New York Style Cheesecake
A rich and creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, velvety filling. This classic dessert is balanced by a hint of tanginess and a lush sweetness.
Ingredients
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- 1 cupgraham cracker crumbs, for the crust
- 4 Tbspgranulated sugar, for the crust
- 8 Tbspunsalted butter, melted
- 4 packagecream cheese, softened
- 1 cupsour cream
- 1 cupgranulated sugar, for the filling
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 3 wholeeggs, room temperature
- zest of 1 lemon, optional for flavor
- 4 Tbspall-purpose flour, for texture
- 1/4 tspsalt
Directions
- Step 1: Prepare the crust
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Step 2: Pre-bake the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Allow it to cool.
SPONSOREDAd slot - Step 3: Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar, then mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until combined.
- Step 4: Incorporate eggs
Add each egg one at a time, mixing until just combined after each addition. Fold in lemon zest, flour, and salt until smooth.
- Step 5: Pour filling into crust
Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Step 6: Bake the cheesecake
Place the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water (water bath). Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Step 7: Cool and chill
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
- Step 8: Serve
Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan before slicing. Serve plain, or with fruit toppings or chocolate sauce if desired.