Description

This easy cheesecake recipe delivers a rich, creamy dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for beginners, it requires simple ingredients and minimal prep time.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add 1 cup sugar, flour, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in sour cream until the batter is smooth.
Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside with the door ajar for 1 hour.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
You can top with fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce before serving.
To avoid cracks, do not overmix the batter and bake in a water bath if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 370
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg