Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
• In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir until well combined.
  1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
• In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until just combined.
  1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and spread evenly.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still slightly jiggly.
• Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.