New York Cheesecake
A classic New York Cheesecake with a dense, creamy filling and a buttery graham cracker crust. Rich, smooth, and gently tangy, this timeless dessert is perfect for special occasions or quiet indulgent moments at home.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes plus chilling
- Yield: 12 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 200 g graham cracker crumbs
- 100 g unsalted butter, melted
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 900 g full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
- 200 g sour cream
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 10 ml vanilla extract
- 2 g salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°C and lightly grease a 23 cm springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 50 g sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with remaining sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing gently.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For best texture, chill the cheesecake overnight.
- Use room temperature ingredients to avoid lumps.
- Clean the knife between slices for neat presentation.
Find it online: https://www.cookfulcorner.com/new-york-cheesecake/