Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
Now for the heart of the dessert: the creamy cheesecake filling. This filling is rich and smooth, with a slight tang from the cream cheese and a delicate sweetness.
- Beat the cream cheese:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps left. - Add sugar and vanilla:
Gradually add the granulated sugar to the cream cheese, beating until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Add eggs one at a time:
Add the eggs, one at a time, making sure to fully incorporate each egg before adding the next. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. - Add sour cream and heavy cream:
Mix in the sour cream and heavy cream until the batter is completely smooth. These ingredients give the cheesecake its rich and velvety texture. - Pour the filling into the crust:
Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula to make sure the surface is even.