Perfect Cheesecake Recipe: An Easy Indulgence for Every Occasion
This Perfect Cheesecake Recipe is an easy and delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup sugar and vanilla, mixing well.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature cream cheese.
- Feel free to top with fresh fruit or whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg