Ingredients

• Graham cracker crumbs - 1 ½ cups
• Unsalted butter, melted - ¼ cup
• Granulated sugar - 1 cup
• Cream cheese, softened - 4 packages (8 oz each)
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Sour cream - 1 cup
• Eggs - 4 large

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2.

   Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl, then press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

3. 3.

   In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

4. 4.

   Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended.

5. 5.

   Blend in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.

6. 6.

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan.

7. 7.

   Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.

8. 8.

   Turn off the oven and crack the door open, letting the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.

9. 9.

   Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutritional Facts