New York Cheesecake Recipe
Make New York Cheesecake Recipe in just 5h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (Optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix the Crust Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is well combined and resembles wet sand.
- 3
Press the Crust Mixture
Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring it is even and packed tightly.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Add Sugar and Flour
Gradually add the granulated sugar and flour to the cream cheese, mixing until combined and smooth.
- 7
Incorporate Sour Cream and Vanilla
Add in the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- 8
Add Eggs
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the oven door, letting the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Topping Preparation
- 12
Prepare the Topping (Optional)
If desired, top the chilled cheesecake with sliced fresh strawberries and drizzle with strawberry preserves before serving.
