Description
Indulge in The Best Cheesecake Recipe Ever, a dessert so creamy and rich that it will leave a lasting impression on your guests. This foolproof recipe combines full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream to create an ultra-smooth filling that melts in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a sweet escape at home, this cheesecake is incredibly easy to make with minimal fuss. Customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh berries or chocolate drizzle to elevate its flavor and presentation. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this classic cheesecake recipe promises delectable results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 190g graham crackers
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- 32 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2–3 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter; press into a springform pan.
- Beat room temperature cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, salt, and vanilla.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, then mix in heavy cream, sour cream, and lemon juice until creamy.
- Pour the filling over the crust; bake for about 1 hour until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg