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Best Cheesecake Recipe
Carolina Gomez

Creamy Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge in the best homemade cheesecake with a creamy filling and buttery graham cracker crust. Impress friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 19 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 257
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Graham cracker crumbs
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Full-fat cream cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Roasting pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven bag

Method
 

  1. Make the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the springform pan.
  2. Bake crust for 10 minutes and set aside.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla extract; mix well.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Pour cheesecake batter into the prepared crust.
  6. Place the springform pan in an oven bag, wrap in aluminum foil, and place in a roasting pan.
  7. Pour boiling water into the roasting pan and bake the cheesecake.
  8. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):
  • Calories: 357
  • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Sugars: 20g
  • Protein: 6g