Baked Cheesecake Recipe

A smooth and creamy baked cheesecake recipe filled with rich cream cheese and baked to perfection. This recipe will get non-stop compliments and satisfied smiles. Cheesecake is one of life's great rewards, this one is no exception.

Ingredients:

Crust:

2 1/4 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. butter or margarine, melted

Filling:

1/2 c. sugar
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. vanilla
Dash of salt
1/4 c. milk
2 eggs

Topping:

1 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. sugar

Directions:

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter, press into buttered 8 inch pie plate to form crust on bottom and sides.

2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add in lemon juice, 1/2 cup sugar, salt and vanilla.

3. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour filling into crust.

4. Bake at 325F for 25 to 30 minutes or until set.

5. Combine the 2 tablespoons of sugar, sour cream, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla; spread over top of cheesecake then bake for 10 minutes longer. Chill for 5 hours or more before serving.