Here’s a classic cheesecake recipe that’s creamy, smooth, and perfect as a dessert centerpiece
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
Filling:
- 500g cream cheese (room temperature)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream
Optional topping:
- Fresh berries, chocolate sauce, or caramel
Instructions
1. Prepare crust
- Mix crumbs, sugar, and melted butter
- Press into the bottom of a springform pan
- Chill in fridge while preparing filling
2. Make the filling
- Beat cream cheese until smooth
- Add sugar and vanilla, beat well
- Add eggs one at a time
- Mix in sour cream or heavy cream
3. Assemble and bake
- Pour filling over crust
- Bake at 160°C (325°F) for 45–55 minutes
- Center should be slightly wobbly
- Let cool to room temperature, then chill 4+ hours
4. Serve
- Top with berries, chocolate, or caramel
- Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts
Tips for Perfect Cheesecake
- Room temperature cream cheese → no lumps
- Don’t overmix once eggs are added → prevents cracks
- Water bath (optional) → reduces cracking, keeps cheesecake creamy
- Cool completely before chilling for best texture
Variations
- No-bake version: Use whipped cream and gelatin for a quick cheesecake
- Chocolate cheesecake: Fold in melted chocolate
- Fruit swirl: Add strawberry or blueberry puree and swirl before baking