Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of a Classic New York-Style Cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and rich cream cheese filling. This iconic dessert is a timeless favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
For the topping (optional):
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, sour cream, vanilla, lemon juice, and flour. Add eggs one at a time.
- Bake the cheesecake: Pour the filling into the crust and bake in a water bath for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Cool in the oven with the door cracked open.
- Chill and serve: Cool the cheesecake, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Add optional topping before serving.
Notes
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth texture.
- Using a water bath helps prevent cracking.
- Cheesecake can be made 1–2 days ahead.
- Top with fresh berries or fruit sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
