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best cheesecake recipes for a crowd

Best Cheesecake Recipes for a Crowd

Experience the best cheesecake recipes for a crowd with this ultra-creamy classic cheesecake. It's rich, luscious, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 16
Course: Cake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 445
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 21 Graham Crackers (crushed)
  • 6 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 8 tbsp Melted Butter
  • 32 oz Cream Cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 14 oz Sour Cream (room temperature)
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 4 large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar

Method
 

  1. Start by making the crust. Crush the graham crackers and mix with the sugar and melted butter. Set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by wrapping it with foil and placing a parchment round in the bottom.
  3. Pack the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar, salt, and vanilla; beat until creamy.
  5. Incorporate the sour cream gradually, mixing until fully combined.
  6. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour the cream into the batter and gently mix.
  8. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust and tap the pan to release air bubbles.
  9. Place a roasting pan filled with boiling water underneath the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 1 hour.
  10. After baking, leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar for 30 minutes.
  11. Cool on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
  12. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Information Source: Data from USDA FoodData Central, estimated where needed Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.