8 ounces (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup (60g) full-fat sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
1 cup (100g) graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons (45g) unsalted butter, melted
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prep & Preheat: Grease a 6-inch springform pan. Preheat air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
Make Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt. Press into the pan.
Make Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg, then sour cream and vanilla until just combined.
Fill & Cover: Pour filling over crust. Loosely cover pan with foil.
Air Fry: Cook in preheated air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 20-25 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
Cool & Chill: Turn off air fryer, leave cheesecake inside with door ajar for 10-15 minutes. Cool on wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.