Description
This homemade cheesecake features a creamy texture and rich flavor, made with simple ingredients like cream cheese, eggs, and a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home!
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 by spraying it with nonstick baking spray and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
- Par-bake the crust for 8 minutes, then let it cool while you prepare the filling.
- In a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until it's light and smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, whole milk, sour cream, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
- With the mixer on low speed, add eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Scrape the sides of the bowl and mix briefly if needed to ensure the filling is smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and bake for 55-60 minutes, until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly when shaken.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for one hour to minimize cracks.
- Transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator to chill for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- To serve, run a hot knife around the edge of the pan before releasing the latch and removing the sides. Transfer to a serving dish and slice with a warmed knife. Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Notes
Chilling the cheesecake overnight improves flavor and texture.
For a sweeter cheesecake, consider adding a bit more sugar to the filling.
Warm your knife before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg