Vanilla Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. 2
   For Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter in a mixing bowl; pour into a 9-inch springform pan.
3. 3
   (Line the pan with a circle of parchment paper if desired.)
4. 4
   With a spoon, pat mixture evenly on the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
5. 5
   For Filling: Add softened cream cheese to the bowl of an electric mixer.
6. 6
   Beat on low speed, adding sugar gradually.
7. 7
   Add vanilla, then add eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly with each addition.
8. 8
   Pour into crust.
9. 9
   Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour.
10. 10
    Remove from oven and set on a rack to cool.
11. 11
    For Topping: Mix sour cream, vanilla extract and sugar together until smooth.
12. 12
    Pour evenly onto cooled cheesecake.
13. 13
    Refrigerate overnight.