Perfect Cheesecake Recipe: The Best Indulgence for Home Bakers
Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of the perfect cheesecake at home with this easy-to-follow recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is set.
- Let the cheesecake cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider swirling in some fruit puree before baking.
- Allow the cheesecake to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg