Description
Indulge in the iconic, velvety richness of a restaurant-quality cheesecake right in your own kitchen. This dessert features a perfectly pressed buttery graham cracker crust supporting a dense, decadent, and smooth cream cheese filling. By utilizing professional slow-baking techniques and room-temperature ingredients, this recipe achieves that legendary signature texture that is exceptionally creamy and free of cracks. A true showstopper for any gathering, this cheesecake delivers the ultimate indulgent experience that perfectly mirrors the commercial classic.
Ingredients
32 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1.5 cups granulated sugar
1 cup full-fat sour cream
0.5 cup cold heavy cream
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1.5 cups crushed graham crackers
0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and a small amount of sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes to set, then remove and cool.
Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar on low speed until perfectly smooth.
Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined to avoid excess air.
Pour the filling over the prepared crust.
Bake at 350°F, gradually reducing temperature to ensure even cooking.
Allow the cheesecake to cool slowly in the oven with the door slightly ajar before refrigerating for at least 6 hours to set.
Notes
Always use full-fat cream cheese for the best structure. Ensure all dairy components are at room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps. Cooling slowly is the secret to avoiding surface cracks. Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 90
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 165mg