Indulge in the creamy goodness of Donna's Famous Cheesecake

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Indulge in the creamy goodness of Donna's Famous Cheesecake
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 13, 2024

Donna's Famous Cheesecake is a classic dessert that combines smooth cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla on a crunchy graham cracker crust. This rich and creamy cheesecake is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 packages cream cheese, softened
  • 4 eggs

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl. Press mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add remaining sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
  4. Pour cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust in the pan. Bake for 55 minutes or until the center is almost set.
  5. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Enjoy Donna's Famous Cheesecake!

Interesting Facts

  • Cheesecake dates back to ancient Greece where it was served at the first Olympic Games.
  • New York-style cheesecake is known for its dense and rich consistency.