Classic New York Cheesecake Recipe

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Classic New York Cheesecake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
180 mins
Total Time:
200mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 15, 2024

This classic New York cheesecake recipe will transport you straight to a cozy bakery in the heart of the Big Apple. With its rich and creamy texture, buttery graham cracker crust, and velvety smooth filling, this dessert is sure to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan. Bake for 1 hour, or until the center is almost set.
  5. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 2 hours. Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  6. Enjoy this delectable New York cheesecake with your favorite fruit topping or whipped cream!

Interesting Facts

  • The first recorded recipe for cheesecake dates back to ancient Greece, where it was made with cheese, honey, and wheat flour.
  • New York-style cheesecake is known for its dense, creamy texture and rich flavor, thanks to the addition of sour cream and a higher proportion of cream cheese.
  • Cheesecake is a popular dessert in America, with various regional variations like New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia styles.