Cheesecake
Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert made primarily from cream cheese, eggs, and sugar, typically set atop a crust made from crushed cookies or graham crackers mixed with butter.
Ingredients
For The Crust
- 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
For The Filling
- 4 packages (900g total) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup (160ml) sour cream
- 2/3 cup (160ml) heavy cream
Optional Topping
- Fresh berries, fruit compote, or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat OvenPreheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Prepare The Crust
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.
Make The Filling
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Add sour cream and heavy cream, and mix until smooth.
Assemble And Bake
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is just set and slightly jiggly.
Cool
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Remove and cool completely at room temperature.
Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Serve
- Run a knife around the edge of the pan before releasing the springform.
- Add your favorite toppings and serve chilled.