New York Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
- 3
Prepare the cheesecake filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, mixing until well combined. Add sour cream and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- 4
Add the eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
- 5
Pour and bake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 6
Cool and chill
Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 7
Serve
Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and slice. Serve as is or with your favorite toppings.