Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Whipped cream
- Lemon slices or zest
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar until combined and the texture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring an even layer.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Step 2: Making the Cheesecake Filling
- Step 3: Baking the Cheesecake
- Step 4: Chilling and Serving