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Classic Cheesecake Recipe
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Classic Cheesecake Recipe

A rich, creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and perfectly balanced tang. The ultimate indulgence.

★★★★☆ 4.9(630 reviews on Sally's Baking)
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Prep time45 min
Bake time1 hr
Total time7 hr 45 min
Makes12

Ingredients

1 1 and 1/2 cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full-sheet graham crackers)
2 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
3 5 Tablespoons (71g) unsalted butter, melted
4 32 ounces (904g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
5 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
6 1 cup (240g) full-fat sour cream, at room temperature
7 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
8 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional, but recommended)
9 3 large eggs, at room temperature
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