Perfect Cheesecake
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups (475 ml) of Graham cracker crumbs (from a little less than 2 packages Graham crackers
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2 Tbsp sugar
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Pinch salt
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5 Tbsp (70 g) unsalted butter (if using salted butter, omit the pinch of salt), melted
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Filling:
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2 pounds cream cheese (900 g), room temperature
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1 1/3 cup granulated sugar (270 g)
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Pinch of salt
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2 teaspoons vanilla
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4 large eggs
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2/3 cup sour cream (160 ml)
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2/3 cup heavy whipping cream (160 ml)
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Toppings:
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2 cups sour cream (475 ml)
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1/3 cup powdered sugar (35 g)
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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12 ounces (340 g) fresh raspberries
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1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
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1/2 cup water (120 ml)
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9-inch, 2 3/4-inch high springform pan
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Heavy-duty, 18-inch wide aluminum foil
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A large, high-sided roasting pan
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