The Best Cheesecake Recipe

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What Makes This The BEST Cheesecake?

This easy recipe makes a creamy, ultra-smooth cheesecake with a vanilla wafer crust. Truly the best classic cheesecake you can make, and the perfect base for any number of toppings! Get the Recipe!

What You'll Need

You'll need a few ingredients to make this easy recipe. Let's round them up and get started! Get the Recipe!

Make the Crust

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Add Melted Butter

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Bake the Crust

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Make the Filling

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Add Sour Cream

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Bake the Cheesecake

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Serve

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