MOM'S CHEESECAKE
My mom is a terrific cook. I always looked forward to big family dinners, not just for seeing relatives but because I knew she would be making the best cheesecake ever. Her "trick" was using whipped cream cheese instead of regular, in defiance of the package instructions-which expressly say not to use whipped for cheesecake. She thought it would make a light, creamy cheesecake, and she was right. Somehow I was even allowed to eat leftover cheesecake for breakfast! -Robert Bleifer, Executive Chef
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 11h15m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- For the crust: Melt the butter in a covered microwave-safe medium bowl in the microwave. Brush a 10-inch springform pan with some of the butter. Stir together the remaining butter with the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and 1 inch up the side of the pan, taking care to get the crust evenly into the edge. Bake until browned, 15 to 18 minutes. Let cool. Wrap the bottom of the pan and up the side with foil, and put the pan on a baking sheet.
- For the filling: Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 minute. Add the sour cream, and mix until just combined. Add the heavy cream, and mix until just combined. Beat in the eggs one at time. Beat in the vanilla, lemon juice and lemon zest if using until just combined. (Do not overmix, or the cake will turn into a souffle!)
- Pour the filling into the crust. Bake until the cake is slightly golden and barely set in the middle, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Turn off the oven, and leave the cake inside with the door shut for 1 hour. It will continue to set and color slightly in the oven.
- Run a thin knife or spatula between the cake and the pan to prevent the cake from cracking as it chills. (Mom's cheesecake usually cracked, since she didn't do this.) Refrigerate overnight before serving.
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EvanTheGamer1325
[email protected]I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as good as I expected. It was a bit dry and crumbly.
Eric Gardner Sr.
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a delicious and impressive dessert.
MG Mehedi
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for my family, and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a classic cheesecake.
Omkar Chaudhary
[email protected]This cheesecake is perfect for special occasions. It's elegant and delicious.
Shahid Sandhu
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this cheesecake to anyone who loves cheesecake.
Ghania Sania
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit pricey, but it's worth it. It's the best cheesecake I've ever had.
Hena Begum
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one was really good. The crust was perfect, and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Abub kar Abubkar
[email protected]This cheesecake is so good, I could eat it every day!
leland machiskinic
[email protected]This cheesecake is always a hit at parties. I've made it several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Usman Aliyu
[email protected]I love this cheesecake! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Njabulo Nation
[email protected]This cheesecake was easy to make, but it was a bit bland. I think I'll add some more flavor next time.
Jay Diaz
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as creamy as I expected. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Luke
[email protected]This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.
Kaafiya Cali
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.
Carlita B.
[email protected]OMG! This cheesecake is to die for! The crust is perfectly flaky, and the filling is creamy and delicious.
Jade Ndwandwe
[email protected]This was my first time making cheesecake, and it turned out great! I was worried it would be too difficult, but the recipe was easy to follow.
Betsabe Romero
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times, and it's always a hit. It's easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.
Noha Abdo
[email protected]This cheesecake was phenomenal! The texture was smooth and creamy, and the flavor was perfectly balanced. I would definitely make this again.