Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of our classic cheesecake recipe, featuring a smooth, velvety filling nestled atop a buttery graham cracker crust. This dessert is not only a feast for the senses but also an easy-to-make treat that will impress family and friends alike. Whether adorned with fresh fruit or enjoyed plain, this cheesecake transforms any gathering into a celebration. Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, it’s a timeless dessert that you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, fresh-squeezed
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and ¼ cup sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- 2. Bake crust for 8-10 minutes until golden, then cool.
- 3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar and mix until fluffy.
- 4. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and eggs one at a time; blend until just combined.
- 5. Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- 6. Turn off the oven and crack the door open; allow cheesecake to cool gradually before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 327
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg