Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 2 tsp cornstarch
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Saucepan
– Whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 325°F (160°C). Then, I prepare my springform pan by greasing it lightly. For the crust, I mix the melted butter and graham cracker crumbs to create a buttery, sandy texture. Pressing this mixture evenly into the bottom of my pan becomes a therapeutic task that I find enjoyable. Bake this crust for about 10 minutes until it’s golden and fragrant, and let it cool before moving on. (See the next page below to continue steps…)