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Cheesecake

Cheesecake is a rich, creamy dessert made with a crumbly crust and a filling of cream cheese, eggs, and sugar.

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

Step 2

Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.

Step 3

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Pour filling over crust and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until set.

Step 6

Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Top with whipped cream before serving if desired.

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imagePreparation time20 minutes
imageCooking time60 minutes
imageTotal time1 hour 20 minutes
Dinner

Difficulty level

Medium

Dishes

12

Allergens

Gluten, Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

American Cuisine

Diet type

Vegetarian

Nutrition facts

Rich and creamy, high in fat and sugar.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for topping)
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