Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 (8-oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 large eggs
– ¼ cup sour cream
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
– 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
– 2-3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Hand mixer or stand mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Whisk
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C), and grease your springform pan with a little cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form a crust. Bake it for about 10 minutes until slightly golden, and then let it cool. This crust is the foundation of your cheesecake’s deliciousness! (See the next page below to continue steps…)