Description
This Classic New York Cheesecake recipe delivers the ultimate creamy and rich dessert experience. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling, it’s perfect for any occasion and promises a perfect slice every time.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with foil to prevent leaks. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until fully incorporated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form an even crust. Bake it for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Make the filling: Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and flour, mixing well to combine. Beat in the sour cream, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and salt until mixed thoroughly.
- Add the eggs: Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the filling light and creamy.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust and smooth the surface. Place the springform pan inside a larger roasting pan. Pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the springform pan to create a water bath. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
- Cool and chill: Turn off the oven and crack the door open, leaving the cheesecake inside to cool for 1 hour. This gradual cooling helps prevent cracks. Afterward, remove it from the oven and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to fully set and develop flavor before serving.
Notes
- For clean slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it clean between cuts.
- You can top the cheesecake with fresh berries, fruit compote, or whipped cream if desired.
- Always use room temperature ingredients for a smooth and creamy filling texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
