Ny Cheesecake Recipe
Rich and creamy dessert with a velvety texture.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine 1.5 cups of graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of melted unsalted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 cups of softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Add Sugar and Mix
Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar to the cream cheese, beating until well incorporated.
- 7
Incorporate Sour Cream and Vanilla
Add 1 cup of sour cream and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until fully combined and smooth.
- 8
Add Eggs and Flour
Add the 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Finally, add 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cream cheese filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 50-60 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
