New York Style Cheesecake Recipe
Homemade cheesecake on a graham cracker crust with a creamy sour cream topping. Served with your choice of blueberry or cherry topping.
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- 2
Make the Filling
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add the remaining 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, and continue to beat until smooth. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, add the flour and mix until just combined.
- 3
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
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- 5
Add the Sour Cream Topping
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup sour cream with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled cheesecake.
- 6
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, top with blueberry or cherry topping as desired.
