Perfect Cheesecake Recipe
Learn how to make the perfect cheesecake with this easy-to-follow recipe. Creamy, smooth, and decadent, this cheesecake is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 23 minutes
- Total Time: 10 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cheesecake Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (from 12 whole crackers)
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
Perfect Cheesecake:
- 2 1/4 lb cream cheese, room temperature (4 1/2 packages, 8-oz each)
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cheesecake Crust: Crush graham crackers into crumbs. Combine crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press into a springform pan and bake.
- Perfect Cheesecake: Cream together cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Pour over crust and bake in a water bath.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Use a water bath to prevent cracking on the surface of the cheesecake.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
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