Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHero'sNy Cheesecake Recipe

Ny Cheesecake Recipe

Inspired by Hero's
Time3h
Serves12

Make Ny Cheesecake Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Crust

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

  2. 2

    Mix the Crust Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated.

  3. 3

    Form the Crust

    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.

  4. 4

    Bake the Crust

    Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool while preparing the filling.

Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Cream Cheese

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.

  2. 6

    Add Sugar and Sour Cream

    Gradually add granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, mixing well to combine.

  3. 7

    Incorporate Vanilla and Lemon Zest

    Add vanilla extract and lemon zest, and mix until incorporated.

  4. 8

    Add Eggs

    Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until fully combined.

  5. 9

    Add Flour

    Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  6. 10

    Pour Filling into Crust

    Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.

Baking and Cooling

  1. 11

    Bake the Cheesecake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.

  2. 12

    Cool in Oven

    Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional 1 hour to cool gradually.

  3. 13

    Chill in Fridge

    Remove the cheesecake and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Serving

  1. 14

    Prepare Topping (if using)

    If desired, toss fresh berries with powdered sugar to coat.

  2. 15

    Serve the Cheesecake

    Slice the cheesecake and serve with the berry topping, if using.

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