Description
A classic New York cheesecake with a dense, silky texture and rich flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
- 32 oz full-fat cream cheese (4 blocks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Press the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, vanilla, flour, and eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
- Place the springform pan in a roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides (water bath).
- Bake at 325°F for about 60 minutes or until the center registers 150–155°F and has a slight wobble.
- Cool in the oven with the door cracked for 30–60 minutes, then chill uncovered in the fridge for at least 6–8 hours.
Notes
For best results, use room-temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing. Wrap the pan in foil to prevent leaks during baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg