Choose Your Crust Creamy Cheesecake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with the "Choose Your Crust Creamy Cheesecake," a customizable treat designed to satisfy every cheesecake lover. This velvety, rich cheesecake features a buttery crust that you can tailor to your taste—choose from classic graham crackers, buttery digestive biscuits, or decadent chocolate cookies. The luxurious filling combines softened cream cheese, a hint of vanilla, and just the right amount of sour cream for a smooth, dreamy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfected with a balance of simplicity and elegance, this recipe is easy to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions. Whether you top it with fresh berries, a drizzle of chocolate, or dollops of whipped cream, this creamy cheesecake will become your go-to recipe for indulgence. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a customizable crust option, it’s a versatile dessert that is as fun to make as it is to eat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Crust option (graham crackers, digestive biscuits, or chocolate cookies)
- 85 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 680 grams Cream cheese, softened
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 120 grams Sour cream
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 pieces Eggs, large
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (optional for stability)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Prepare your crust: Crush your chosen crust option (graham crackers, digestive biscuits, or chocolate cookies) into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
In a bowl, mix the cookie crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined and the mixture resembles damp sand.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to create an even crust. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a glass for this. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition. Be careful not to overmix—stop mixing as soon as the eggs are blended in.
If desired, sift in the all-purpose flour and gently fold it into the batter for added stability.
Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 45–55 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center will still be slightly jiggly when gently shaken.
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge to loosen it from the pan, then allow it to cool to room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Once chilled and set, carefully remove the springform pan ring. Slice and serve your creamy cheesecake with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, chocolate drizzle, or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.1 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 194 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 165 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
