Cheesecake Recipe
Classic New York cheesecake
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (Optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
- 2
Add Butter
Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
- 3
Press Mixture
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Pre-bake Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined.
- 8
Add Flour
Sift in the all-purpose flour and gently mix until fully incorporated without overmixing.
- 9
Pour Filling
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
Baking
- 10
Bake Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 60-70 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool gradually for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Topping Preparation (Optional)
- 12
Mix Topping Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 13
Spread on Cheesecake
Spread the topping mixture evenly over the chilled cheesecake before serving.