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The Best Cheesecake Recipe Ever

A creamy, rich cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • 4 packages cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature

Method
 

Prepare the crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Make the filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add sugar and mix until well combined.
  3. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Bake the cheesecake
  1. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
  2. Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake for 60 minutes.
  3. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
  4. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and chill the cheesecake overnight for a firmer texture.

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