Description
A creamy and rich cheesecake that is perfect for any gathering, with a crumbly graham cracker crust and customizable flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth in a mixing bowl. Gradually add sugar, mixing well.
- Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs, one at a time, blending until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and let it cool for 1 hour inside.
- Transfer to the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For the best texture, use full-fat cream cheese and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, creamy cheesecake