Classic New York Cheesecake
A rich and creamy classic New York cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, perfect for celebrations or simple indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 300 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, and bake for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup sugar and mix well.
- Add vanilla extract and beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and flour until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh fruit topping, chocolate or caramel drizzle, or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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