Shavuot Cheesecake
This classic, creamy baked Shavuot cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust and a rich, velvety vanilla filling.
Ingredients
- •1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (150g)
- •1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (60g)
- •2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g)
- •24 oz cream cheese, softened (680g)
- •3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
- •3 large eggs, room temperature
- •1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- •1/2 cup sour cream (120ml)
- •1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 3
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared springform pan, then bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- 4
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 3/4 cup of sugar on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition just until combined.
- 6
Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and all-purpose flour until the batter is uniform and silky.
- 7
Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center still has a slight jiggle.
- 9
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- 10
Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.
💡 Chef tips
- Ensure all your dairy ingredients are at room temperature before starting to prevent lumps in the batter.
- Run a knife around the edges of the pan as soon as it comes out of the oven to help prevent the top from cracking as it shrinks.
- Store the cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze it for up to 2 months.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cheesecake is pale golden on top, firm yet incredibly creamy, with a buttery crust and a rich, sweet vanilla flavor.