Joanna Gaines Classic Cheesecake Recipe
Want to make an amazing dessert? Try Joanna Gaines Classic Cheesecake Recipe! This creamy, rich treat is perfect. It's simple to make at home.
Equipment
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowl and electric mixer
- Food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foilÂ
- Rubber spatula
- Oven mitt
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 32 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- Grease the springform pan lightly.
- Wrap foil around the outside.
- This prevents leaks during baking.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with butter.
- Add sugar and stir well.
- Press mixture into pan bottom.
- Bake for 10 minutes only.
- Let it cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese until super smooth.
- Add sugar gradually while mixing.
- Mix in sour cream and vanilla.
- Add eggs one at a time.
- Don't overmix the batter.
- Pour filling over the crust.
- Tap pan to remove bubbles.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes.
- The center should jiggle slightly.
- Turn off oven, crack the door.
- Let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Remove from oven after cooling.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Overnight is even better.
- This sets the texture perfectly.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese.
- This prevents lumps in filling.
- Don't open the oven door early.
- Sudden temperature changes cause cracks.
- A water bath helps baking.
- It keeps the texture creamy.
- Run a knife around edges.
- Do this before removing the pan.
- Top with fresh berries or sauce.
- This adds extra flavor and color.