Description
A rich and creamy Philadelphia cheesecake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8-ounce) packages Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add 1 cup of sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the sour cream, flour, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the oven door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
- For a fruit topping, consider adding a layer of fresh strawberries, blueberries, or a fruit compote on top before serving.
- To add a chocolate twist, mix in 1/2 cup of melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture or drizzle chocolate sauce over the top before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 6g