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A perfectly baked cheesecake with a golden crust on a white plate.

Quick way to grow Cheesecake expertise in 7 stepsCheesecake

This recipe provides a quick guide to understanding cheesecake making in 7 simple steps, perfect for beginners looking to build their expertise.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • wire rack

Method
 

Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press mixture into a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.
Filling
  1. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then mix in eggs one at a time.
  2. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
  3. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  2. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure all cold ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps in the cheesecake filling.