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Classic New York Cheesecake

Classic New York Cheesecake

This Classic New York Cheesecake is a creamy indulgence with a luscious taste that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
Filling
  • 4 packages full-fat cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
  • 1 cups sour cream
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar and mix until fluffy.
  4. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, blending gently after each addition.
  5. Pour filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until center is slightly jiggly.
  6. Cool in the oven with door ajar for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 24g

Notes

For added flavor, consider swirling in fruit purees or melted chocolate before baking. Store cheesecake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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