Description
A rich and silky baked cheesecake with a smooth, creamy texture and a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for any special occasion or whenever craving a decadent dessert.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs
2/3 cup sour cream
2/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Mix in the sour cream and heavy cream until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-70 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly. The edges should be lightly golden.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
To add a lemon twist, mix 1 tablespoon lemon zest and 1 tablespoon lemon juice into the filling.
Swirl in raspberry puree before baking for a marbled effect.
Use a chocolate cookie crust for extra indulgence.
Mini cheesecakes can be made in muffin tins with 25-30 minutes baking time.
For gluten-free, substitute gluten-free graham cracker crumbs or cookies.
Store leftovers covered in the fridge up to 5 days; freeze slices wrapped tightly up to 2 months.
Cool cheesecake gradually to avoid cracks and ensure smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
