Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick spray and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal later.
In a small bowl mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
Mix together until well combined.
Press firmly into the bottom and sides of the prepared pan.
Bake for 5-7 minutes or until the crust is just lightly toasted.
Let cook while you prepare the cheesecake batter.
In the bowl of a stand mixer equipped with a paddle attachment, cream the cream cheese for 2-3 minutes or until smooth and there are no lumps.
Gradually add in the sugar and flour and mix until well combined.
Add the vanilla bean paste and mix until just combined.
Add in the heavy cream and start on low speed and slowly increase to high and mix for 1 minute.
Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl and mix for 30 seconds to one minute to make sure there are no lumps.
Add the eggs last, one at a time, fully incorporating after each addition.
Pour the batter into the springform pan and gently tap on the counter 5-6 times to release any air bubbles.
Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
Reduce heat, without opening the oven door, to 200 degrees F. and cook for an additional 50-55 minutes or until the center slightly shakes. (Like Jell-o, it shouldn’t look watery)
Turn off the heat and let the cheesecake set in the oven with the door closed for 30 minutes.
Then slightly crack the oven door and let the cheesecake slowly cool for about 15 minutes.
Remove from the oven and allow to come to room temperature.
Place in the refrigerator overnight.