Ny Cheesecake Recipe
Make Ny Cheesecake Recipe in just 2h 30m. 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 325°F (160°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine 1.5 cups of graham cracker crumbs, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 0.5 cups of melted unsalted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring it is evenly spread and compacted.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 cups of softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1.25 cups of sugar and mix until well incorporated.
- 6
Add Sour Cream and Vanilla
Add 1 cup of sour cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and blend until smooth.
- 7
Add Eggs
Add 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth consistency.
- 8
Incorporate Flour
Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for about 60-70 minutes. The center should be set but slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- 12
Refrigerate
Remove the cheesecake from the oven, allow it to cool at room temperature for an additional hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Topping Preparation
- 13
Prepare the Topping (optional)
If desired, combine 1 cup of fresh strawberries or blueberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar in a bowl and let it sit for about 15 minutes to create a syrup.
Serving
- 14
Slice and Serve
Carefully run a knife around the edges of the springform pan before removing the sides. Slice the cheesecake and serve with the fresh fruit topping if using.
