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Classic New York Cheesecake (Rich & Creamy)

Rich, dense, and ultra creamy New York style cheesecake with a crisp graham cracker crust, subtly tangy and luxuriously smooth. Perfect for special occasions or indulgent dessert at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 850
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust:
  • 190 g graham cracker crumbs about 12 full sheets
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling:
  • 32 oz 4 blocks full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sour cream room temperature
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch sifted
  • 2-3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Roasting pan (for water bath)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Prepare Crust:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press into bottom of 9-inch springform pan evenly.
  4. Bake 10 minutes, then cool.
Make Filling:
  1. Beat cream cheese alone for 30-60 seconds until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, beat 1-2 minutes until creamy.
  3. Add salt, vanilla, and mix.
  4. Add eggs one at a time on medium speed, mixing just until combined.
  5. Add heavy cream, sour cream, cornstarch, and lemon juice; mix gently.
Bake Cheesecake:
  1. Pour filling over crust in pan.
  2. Place springform pan in a roasting pan.
  3. Add boiling water to roasting pan halfway up the sides of the springform (water bath).
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour 15 minutes until edges are set, and center slightly wobbly.
  5. Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour.
Cool and Chill:
  1. Remove from oven, cool completely at room temperature.
  2. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.

Notes

Bring all ingredients to room temperature before beginning for smooth filling. Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent cracks. Water bath ensures creamy texture and prevents cracking. Let cheesecake cool slowly after baking
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