Description
A classic dessert with a smooth texture and rich flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Add melted butter and mix until moistened. Press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
- For the filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well. Beat in vanilla extract and sour cream until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly wobbly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Remove the cheesecake, cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve chilled and consider adding toppings like fresh fruit or chocolate sauce. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, creamy, baked cheesecake