Prepare the Crust:
- Crush the Graham Crackers:
- Place the graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until you have fine crumbs. You can also place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Combine with Sugar and Butter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Stir in the melted unsalted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Assemble the Crust:
- Divide the graham cracker mixture evenly among your jars or serving containers. Use a spoon or your fingers to press the mixture down to form a crust at the bottom of each jar.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat the Cream Cheese:
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth and creamy.
- Add Sugar, Vanilla, and Eggs:
- Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until well combined. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated after each addition.
- Add Sour Cream:
- Gently fold in the sour cream until it’s well combined with the cream cheese mixture.