How do you make cheesecake if lost the box?

It sounds like you're missing the box for a cheesecake mix! Don't worry, making cheesecake doesn't require a specific box. Here's a basic cheesecake recipe you can try:

Ingredients:

* Crust:

* 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

* 1/4 cup sugar

* 5 tablespoons melted butter

* Filling:

* 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

* 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

* 3 large eggs

* 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. Make the Crust:

* Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

* Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl.

* Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

* Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.

2. Make the Filling:

* In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

* Beat in vanilla extract.

* Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

* Stir in sour cream.

3. Bake:

* Pour the filling over the cooled crust.

* Place the springform pan in a larger baking pan. Pour enough hot water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the springform pan. This creates a water bath that helps prevent the cheesecake from cracking.

* Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is just set. The cheesecake should jiggle slightly in the center.

4. Cool and Serve:

* Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour.

* Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack at room temperature.

* Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Tips:

* For a smoother cheesecake, use room temperature cream cheese.

* You can add different flavors to your cheesecake, such as lemon zest, chocolate chips, or fruit.

* To prevent cracking, don't over-bake the cheesecake. It should be slightly jiggly in the center when it's done.

* If you're worried about the cheesecake cracking, you can wrap the springform pan in foil before baking.

Enjoy your delicious homemade cheesecake!