New York Cheesecake — Tall, dense, and creamy with a classic buttery crust.
- Yield
- 12 servings
- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook Or Set
- 1 hr 25 min + chill
Ingredients for New York Cheesecake
- 2 cups (200 g) graham crumbs
- 5 tbsp (70 g) melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 32 oz (900 g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup (200 g) sugar
- 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
How to Make New York Cheesecake
- Heat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix crumbs, butter, and 2 tbsp sugar; press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar on low until smooth. Blend in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon.
- Add eggs one at a time on low, stopping as soon as combined.
- Pour over crust. Bake 70-75 minutes until the outer 2 inches set and center wobbles.
- Cool gradually, then chill overnight before slicing.
Cinema Finish
Plate a clean slice with berry coulis and one fresh berry.
Source: 50 Luxury Desserts, pages 12