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Cheesecake

A rich and creamy classic baked cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C and prepare the crust by mixing graham crumbs, butter, and sugar, then bake for 10 minutes.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time.
  3. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and flour, then pour over crust.
  4. Bake for 50–60 minutes until center slightly jiggles.
  5. Cool gradually and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a water bath and avoid overmixing the batter.