Ingredients for Easy Cheesecake
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for crust), 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Lemon Juice
- As desired, for topping
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How to Make Easy Cheesecake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted butter, and ½ cup granulated sugar in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan to create the crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat 3 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, beating until well combined.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
- Top with your favorite pie filling or topping (e.g., fresh berries, chocolate ganache, whipped cream) before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
226g
Fat
89g
Carbs
22g
