Description
This rich, creamy Classic Homemade Cheesecake is made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, velvety filling. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- Filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare graham cracker crust and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla, then eggs one at a time.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 60-70 minutes. Cool in the oven with the door open for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Optional: Use a water bath to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 20min
- Cook Time: 70min
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
Keywords: Classic Cheesecake, Homemade Cheesecake, Cream Cheese Dessert, Cheesecake Recipe