Classic Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Classic Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust; 1 3/4 cups graham crack crumbs; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; Cheesecake; 2 packets 8-ounce cream cheese, softened; 2 cups sour cream, room temp; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; zest and juice from a lemon; 3 large eggs, room temp; Whipped Cream Topping; 1 cup whipping cream; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; 2 cups fresh berries and cherries

Servings: persons

Crust
1 3/4 cups graham crack crumbs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake
2 packets 8-ounce cream cheese, softened
2 cups sour cream, room temp
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
zest and juice from a lemon
3 large eggs, room temp
Whipped Cream Topping
1 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
2 cups fresh berries and cherries

1
Preheat oven at 350F. Grease an 8-inch springform pan.
2
Make the crust by mixing all the crust ingredients together in a food processor.
3
Press the mixture onto the bottom of the springform pan. Bake crust for 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside to cool.
4
Turn down oven temperature to 250F.
5
In a clean and dry food processor. mix cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest and juice until combined.
6
Add eggs, one at a time, until incorporated.
7
Pour the filling in the prepare pan.
8
Bake for 80 to 90 minutes, or until the edge of the cheesecake is puffed but the centre is still wobbly and wet looking.
9
Turn off the oven with the door slightly opened, let the cheesecake sit in the oven to cool completely, at least an hour.
10
Remove from the oven. Chill for overnight.
11
Remove cake from springform pan and place on the serving plate.
12
To prepare the topping, whisk the whipping cream and powdered sugar until it holds firm peaks. Gently spread a thick layer of whipped cream on top of the cake.
13
Garnish with the berries and cherries. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.

1207

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust, 1 3/4 cups graham crack crumbs, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, Cheesecake, and more.

Yes, Classic 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.

Classic Cheesecake

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions