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Simply Sensational Cheesecake

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This Simply Sensational Cheesecake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a rich, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Built on a sturdy, buttery graham cracker crust, the filling combines sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, and fresh lemon juice for a perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor profile. It is incredibly easy to assemble, requiring no water bath or complex techniques, making it an ideal dessert for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it chilled for the best texture, garnished with fresh strawberries or your favorite berry compote. This recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, ensuring a memorable finish to any meal.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 10
Calories: 291.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Simply Sensational Cheesecake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a rich, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Built on a sturdy, buttery graham cracker crust, the filling combines sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, and fresh lemon juice for a perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor profile. It is incredibly easy to assemble, requiring no water bath or complex techniques, making it an ideal dessert for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it chilled for the best texture, garnished with fresh strawberries or your favorite berry compote. This recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, ensuring a memorable finish to any meal.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Butter or margarine, melted
  • 2 packages (8 oz each) Cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice
  • 8 oz Sour cream
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 300&# 194;°F (150ðC).
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. 3
    Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  5. 5
    Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is completely smooth.
  6. 6
    Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the lemon juice.
  7. 7
    Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan over the crust.
  8. 8
    Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the center is just set but still slightly jiggly.
  9. 9
    Spread the sour cream evenly over the top of the hot cheesecake.
  10. 10
    Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  11. 11
    Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
  12. 12
    Remove from the oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
  13. 13
    Just before serving, run a knife around the edge, release the springform sides, and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 291.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.5g26%
Saturated Fat 5.3g27%
Cholesterol 36.0mg12%
Sodium 1184.7mg50%
Total Carbohydrate 16.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 15.8g
Protein 18.8g38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps.

Do not overbeat the batter after adding the eggs, as incorporating too much air can cause cracks.

The sour cream topping adds a tangy contrast and helps prevent cracking. It can be omitted if preferred.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze slices for up to 2 months.

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.

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