There is a lot of info missing that would really help first time cheesecake bakers.

1. Use a 9″ springform pan.

2. Spray the pan with cooking spray.

3. Get a roasting bag to use for a water bath. Put the springform pan in the roasting bag and roll the sides of the bag down so you can pour the cheesecake mix in the pan. For the water bath use a pan that has high sides so that the springform pan in the roasting bag sits partially submerged in water. The roasting bag makes it so water does not leak into the cheesecake.

4. Once done baking turn off oven and crack oven door. Leave cheesecake in oven to cool down for an hour. This will help prevent cracking.

5. (Optional) I made this with a graham cracker crust instead. The recipe I found turned out great. 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs, 5 tbsp of butter and 1/3 cups of granulated sugar. You can also use brown sugar to give the crust an extra something special.

Happy baking