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Copycat Cheesecake Factory original cheesecake slice

Copycat Cheesecake Factory Original Cheesecake

Copycat Cheesecake Factory Original Cheesecake - tall, creamy, and dense with a graham cracker crust. The iconic dessert, made at home with a foolproof water-bath method.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
Filling
  • 32 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1.25 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan

Method
 

  1. Mix the crust ingredients and press into a springform pan. Bake at 325F for 10 minutes.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla.
  3. Pour over the crust. Bake in a water bath at 325F for about 60 minutes until the center is just set.
  4. Cool slowly, then chill at least 6 hours before slicing.

Notes

A water bath prevents cracks and gives the creamy Cheesecake Factory texture. Don't overbake - the center should jiggle slightly.