Vanilla Cheesecake

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 c graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 c unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Filling

  • 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 c granulated sugar
  • 1 c sour cream
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Directions

Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
  3. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan and refrigerate.

Filling

  1. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overbeating.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust.
  5. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
  6. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Original recipe from Amanda Recipes.