Crustless Cheesecake - Classic Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Crustless Cheesecake - Classic Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 Cup (175 ml) graham cracker crumbs; 2 Tbsp (30 ml). sugar; 1/2 Tsp (2 ml). cinnamon; 6 Tbsp (90 ml). unsalted butter, melted; 2 Tbsp (30 ml). softened unsalted butter; 3 Packages cream cheese (8 oz (224 grm).), softened; 1-1/4 Cups (300 ml) sugar; 6 Eggs, separated (6 egg yolks, 6 egg whites); 1 Pint (16 oz (448 grm).) sour cream; 3 Tbsp (45 ml). all-purpose flour; 2 Tsp (10 ml). vanilla; 1 Tbsp (15 ml). lemon juice

Servings: persons

3/4 Cup (175 ml) graham cracker crumbs
2 Tbsp (30 ml). sugar
1/2 Tsp (2 ml). cinnamon
6 Tbsp (90 ml). unsalted butter, melted
2 Tbsp (30 ml). softened unsalted butter
3 Packages cream cheese (8 oz (224 grm).), softened
1-1/4 Cups (300 ml) sugar
6 Eggs, separated (6 egg yolks, 6 egg whites)
1 Pint (16 oz (448 grm).) sour cream
3 Tbsp (45 ml). all-purpose flour
2 Tsp (10 ml). vanilla
1 Tbsp (15 ml). lemon juice

1
With pastry brush, heavily butter a 9 inch by 3 inch deep springform pan with the 2 tbsp (30 ml).
2
softened butter.
3
In mixing bowl, combine crumbs, sugar, cinnamon and stir in the melted butter until mixture is well saturated.
4
With your fingers, pat an even layer of the crumb mixture onto the bottom (and sides, if you like) of the pan.
5
Refrigerate while you prepare filling.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).
7
Cream softened cheese until it is smooth, then gradually beat in the sugar.
8
Beat in the egg yolks one at a time and continue to beat until ingredients are well combined.
9
Stir in the sour cream, flour, vanilla and lemon juice.
10
In separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they are stiff and form unwavering peaks on the beater when it is lifted out of the bowl.
11
With a rubber spatula, fold the egg whites gently but thoroughly into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks of white show, but be careful not to overfold.
12
Pour filling into pan & spread it out evenly with a rubber spatula.
13
Bake in the middle of the oven for 1 hour.
14
Turn oven off and, with the door open, let the cake rest on the oven shelf for 15 minutes.
15
Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
16
Before serving, remove sides of pan.

1226

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 Cup (175 ml) graham cracker crumbs, 2 Tbsp (30 ml). sugar, 1/2 Tsp (2 ml). cinnamon, 6 Tbsp (90 ml). unsalted butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Crustless Cheesecake - 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crustless Cheesecake - Classic Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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