Ingredients

• 200g digestive biscuits or graham crackers
• 100g melted butter
• 600g cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 200ml sour cream
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh berries for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F).
2. Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
6. Add sugar and mix well.
7. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
8. Stir in vanilla extract, sour cream, and lemon juice.
9. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
10. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center is slightly set.
11. Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
12. Top with fresh berries before serving.