Description
Enjoy this delectable creamy cheesecake, made with simple ingredients like cream cheese, eggs, and a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s perfect for gatherings or a delicious treat at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 8 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 24 oz. cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick baking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Mix together graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan to create a compact crust.
- Par-bake the crust for 8 minutes, then allow it to cool while preparing the filling.
- Add cream cheese to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until light and smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, milk, sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract. Mix just until combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
- With the mixer on low speed, add eggs one at a time, allowing each to incorporate fully.
- Scrape down the bowl and mix again if necessary, then pour the filling over the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for one hour to prevent cracking.
- Transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Run a thin knife under hot water, dry it, and run it around the edges of the springform pan before unlatching.
- Remove the sides of the pan and serve the cheesecake on a plate, slicing with a warm knife for clean cuts.
Notes
Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Chilling overnight enhances the flavors and texture.
Serve with fresh fruits or sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg