Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of a classic cheesecake with a decadent double crust. This recipe guarantees a luscious dessert that will impress any crowd.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
10 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
pinch of salt

For the filling:

32 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs

Optional topping:

whipped cream or fresh berries

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, salt, and melted butter. Press half into the bottom of the pan and the rest up the sides. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla. Mix in the eggs one at a time.
Bake: Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 60–70 minutes until set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Serve: Top with whipped cream or berries before slicing.

Notes

Using a double crust adds extra crunch and flavor—perfect for graham cracker lovers.
To prevent cracks, avoid overmixing the filling and allow the cake to cool gradually.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 120mg