Very Best Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Very Best Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 18 crackers); 1/4 cup white sugar; 5 tbsp. butter; margarine, melted; 2 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese, room temperature; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 cup real sour cream; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tsp. vanilla

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Mix crust ingredients well and pat firmly into bottom and 1/3 of the way up the sides of an 8 inch springform pan.
3
Beat filling ingredients with rotary beater or electric mixer until satiny and pour into crust.
4
Bake 20 minutes, remove from oven and cool 15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, raise oven to 475F.
6
Blend topping ingredients and spread gently over cheese filling.
7
Return pie to oven and bake 10 minutes longer.
8
Cool in pan to room temperature, then cover with foil and chill 10-12 hours before serving.
9
Top with fruit or canned pie filling as desired.

896

kcal

Calories

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 18 crackers), 1/4 cup white sugar, 5 tbsp. butter, margarine, melted, and more.

Yes, Very Best Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Very Best Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions