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New York Cheesecake

New York Cheesecake: Creamy, Rich Delight to Savor!

Indulge in this rich and creamy New York cheesecake, a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for best creamy texture
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as substitute
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar consider vanilla bean sugar for unique flavor
  • 1 tbl Cornstarch essential for stabilizing filling
  • 4 large Eggs at room temperature for best results
  • 1 large Extra Egg Yolk recommended for creaminess
Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs or crushed cookies as alternative
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
Flavoring
  • 2 tbl Fresh Lemon Juice brightens flavors
  • 1 tbl Vanilla Extract use pure for robust flavor

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Roasting pan

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter until blended. Press into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and cornstarch, mixing on low speed. Add eggs and extra yolk carefully, then mix in sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Pour filling into the crust. Place pan inside a roasting pan, add boiling water to the roasting pan until halfway up the sides. Bake at 302°F (150°C) for 30 to 45 minutes.
Cool the Cheesecake
  1. Turn off the oven and leave the door ajar. Cool cheesecake in the oven for 1 hour, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks.

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