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Classic Cheesecake


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 4 hours (includes cooling and chilling)
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

There’s something timeless about a classic cheesecake, with its rich, creamy texture and a crust that offers the perfect crumbly contrast. This ultimate New York-style cheesecake is a testament to how simple ingredients can be transformed into an extraordinary dessert that beckons you for just one more slice.

Perfect for any celebration or as a treat to brighten up any ordinary day, this cheesecake is designed to impress with its smooth, velvety filling and a buttery, golden crust. It’s a beloved classic that never fails to satisfy those dessert cravings.


Ingredients

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Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ tsp cinnamon
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake

3 packages cream cheese at room temperature, 8 oz each
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
One oven-safe turkey bag


Instructions

Crust:

Preheat the oven to 350º F.
If using whole graham crackers, pulse them in a blender until fine. Combine the crumbs with brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
Press the mixture into an 8 or 9-inch springform pan and pre-bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden.
Let cool to room temperature.
Cheesecake:

Reduce oven temperature to 325º F. Place the pan inside an oven-safe bag, leaving it open at the top.
Beat cream cheese until smooth, mix in sugar and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, then beat for an additional minute.
Pour the mixture over the crust and place in a water bath.
Bake for 60-70 minutes until the center is set but still slightly wobbly.
Turn off the oven, remove from water bath, and let cool in the oven with the door cracked for 60-90 minutes.
Chill in the fridge overnight.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 510 Kcal