Ultimate Cheesecake
The quintessential dessert that strikes the perfect balance of rich creaminess and delicate sweetness, this Ultimate Cheesecake features a velvety smooth texture and a buttery graham cracker crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 320 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door open; let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
For a smoother batter, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, creamy, indulgent, sweet
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