New York Style Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake served with a graham cracker crust.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Filling
Method
Filling
- 1
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and mix until well combined. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 2
Add the Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just blended. Be careful not to overmix.
- 3
Pour the Filling
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 4
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for 1 hour to cool slowly.
- 5
Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven, let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
