The Best Easy Cheesecake: A Delicious Treat for Any Occasion
The Best Easy Cheesecake is a creamy and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This simple recipe provides a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, ½ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour in the sour cream and mix until just combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a flavored cheesecake, add lemon zest or chocolate chips to the cream cheese mixture.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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