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Best New York Cheesecake Recipe

Best New York Cheesecake Recipe

A dense and creamy cheesecake with a buttery crust and smooth texture.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 25 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • Crust:
  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • Filling:
  • 24 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Topping Optional:
  • Fresh berries
  • Fruit sauce
  • Whipped cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven and prepare springform pan.
  • Mix crust ingredients and press into pan.
  • Bake crust and let cool.
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add sugar and mix well.
  • Add eggs one at a time.
  • Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon.
  • Pour filling and place in water bath.
  • Bake until edges set and center slightly jiggly.
  • Cool gradually and chill before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients
Do not overmix
Use a water bath for the best results
Chill thoroughly