Description
Indulgent vanilla cheesecake delights dessert enthusiasts with its creamy texture and rich flavor profile. Silky smooth layers promise a luxurious experience that lingers deliciously on palates, leaving you craving another heavenly slice.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325F (160C) and position a rack in the center.
- Blend graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until thoroughly mixed, then firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even base layer.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate eggs individually, gently mixing after each addition to maintain a smooth texture and prevent overmixing.
- Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract, stirring until the filling becomes uniform and glossy.
- Carefully transfer the creamy mixture onto the prepared crust, using a spatula to spread evenly and eliminate any air pockets.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring until the edges appear set while the center maintains a subtle wobble.
- Once baking completes, turn off the oven but leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar, allowing it to cool gradually for 1 hour.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 4 hours, permitting the cheesecake to set completely and develop optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing and consistent texture throughout the cheesecake.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent air bubbles that can cause cracking during baking.
- Wrap the springform pan with aluminum foil to prevent water from seeping in during the water bath baking method, which helps create a creamy, even texture.
- For a gluten-free version, replace graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg