Description
Vanilla cheesecake is the ultimate dessert, blending a creamy texture with the warm essence of vanilla. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion—birthdays, anniversaries, or even a sweet escape after a long week. With its buttery graham cracker crust and silky filling, each slice promises a delightful experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing slowly after each addition.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven with the door ajar for an hour before chilling in the fridge 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 serving
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 271mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 93mg