Classic Baked Vanilla Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Classic Baked Vanilla Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 grams Arnott's Nice Biscuits; 140 grams Butter - melted; 500 grams Cream Cheese (packeted); 300 grams Sour Cream; 3/4 cup Caster Sugar; 3 Eggs; 3 teaspoons Vanilla Essence; 0 Icing sugar (to dust); 1 bottle Cream (to serve); 1 Fresh Fruit (to serve)

Servings: persons

1
Release the base from a 22cm (base measurement) springform pan and invert. Line the base with non-stick baking paper, allowing the edges to overhang. Secure the base back in the pan.
2
Place the biscuits in the bowl of a food processor or blender and process until finely crushed. Add the butter and process or stir until well combined. Transfer to lined pan. Spread and press the biscuit mixture firmly over the base and side of the pan. cover with glad wrap and and place in fridge for 30 mins to chill.
3
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 160 degrees. Place the cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar in a food processor or large bowl and process or beat with electric beater until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla, and process until well combined.
4
Pour the cream cheese mixture into prepared pan. Bake in oven for 1 hour or until just set in the centre. Turn oven off and leave the cheese cake in the oven, with the door slightly ajar, until cooled completely (prevents cake from cracking) Place in the fridge for 4 hours to chill.
5
Remove cheese cake from pan. Cut into slices. Dust with icing sugar and serve with cream and fresh fruit.

1173

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 grams Arnott's Nice Biscuits, 140 grams Butter - melted, 500 grams Cream Cheese (packeted), 300 grams Sour Cream, and more.

Yes, Classic Baked Vanilla Cheesecake falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Classic Baked Vanilla Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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