Certainly! Here’s a simple and delicious cheesecake recipe that you can easily make at home:
Ingredients for the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 graham crackers)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Ingredients for the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place a rack in the center position.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan. Make sure it forms an even layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar to the cream cheese and continue to beat until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix it in.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Finally, mix in the sour cream until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust in the springform pan.
- Tap the pan on the counter a few times to remove any air bubbles and to level the filling.
- Place the springform pan on a baking sheet (in case of any potential leaks) and then put it in the preheated oven.
- Bake the cheesecake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the oven door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about an hour. This helps prevent cracking.
- After cooling in the oven, remove the cheesecake and let it cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
- Once it has cooled to room temperature, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Before serving, you can top your cheesecake with fruit compote, fresh berries, whipped cream, or any topping of your choice.
- To serve, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
Your easy cheesecake is ready to enjoy! It’s creamy, rich, and perfect for any occasion.