Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this creamy cheesecake featuring a perfectly crispy graham cracker crust. Each slice offers a delightful contrast of smooth, velvety filling and crunchy base that will transport you to blissful moments of joy. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, this cheesecake is customizable with your favorite toppings, making it a showstopper at any dessert table. With easy-to-follow steps and minimal effort, impress your friends and family with this delectable treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, mixing well. Stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and crack open the door; let cheesecake cool inside for about an hour before refrigerating completely.
- Chill for several hours before slicing and serving plain or topped with fruit.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg