
Why Make This Recipe
If you love cheesecake, this Double Crust Cheesecake will become your new favorite. It has not just one but two layers of crust, making every bite crunchy and creamy at the same time. It’s a rich, smooth dessert with the perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
This recipe is simple enough for beginners but impressive enough to serve at a family gathering or holiday. You don’t need any fancy tools or complicated steps. Just follow the directions, and you’ll have a delicious cheesecake with a crispy, golden crust on the top and bottom.
The best part? You can make it ahead of time, and it tastes even better after chilling. Whether for a party, dinner, or just to treat yourself, this Double Crust Cheesecake is a sweet delight everyone will love.
How to Make Double Crust Cheesecake
Ingredients:
- 1 & 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup butter (melted)
- 2 packs (8 oz each) cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (for topping)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press half of this mix into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating after each one.
- Mix in sour cream and pour the filling over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining graham cracker mix evenly over the top.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top crust.
- Bake for about 35–40 minutes, or until the center is almost set.
- Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
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