Description
This cheesecake is a delightful blend of creamy cheese and sugar, baked to perfection. It’s easy to make and sure to impress your guests at any dessert gathering!
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 and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust.
- Par-bake the crust for 8 minutes and then let it cool while preparing the filling.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until light and smooth for 1-2 minutes.
- Add granulated sugar, milk, sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract; mix until combined, scraping the bowl as necessary.
- With the mixer on low, add eggs one at a time and ensure full incorporation before adding the next.
- Scrape down the bowl and mix one more time if needed before pouring the filling onto the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door cracked for an hour to prevent cracks.
- Transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- To serve, use a warmed knife to slice and enjoy with toppings of choice.
Notes
For best results, make sure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
Chilling overnight enhances the flavor and texture of the cheesecake.
Use a clean, hot knife for slicing to achieve clean edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg