New York-Style Cheesecake

Dense, creamy, and irresistibly rich—New York-Style Cheesecake is the gold standard of classic American desserts. With its signature tang from cream cheese and a buttery graham cracker crust, it’s the perfect sweet ending to any special occasion or celebration.

🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Crust:

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1¼ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs
2/3 cup sour cream
2/3 cup heavy cream

Optional Topping:

Fresh strawberries, berry compote, or whipped cream

🔥 Instructions

Make the Crust:
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Prepare the Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, and beat until fully incorporated. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until blended. Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until the mixture is silky.

Assemble and Bake:
Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles. Bake in a water bath (place the pan inside a larger pan with hot water halfway up the sides) for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.

Cool and Chill:
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Serve:
Remove from springform pan, slice, and serve chilled. Top with fresh fruit or your favorite garnish.

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🔥 Water Bath Roasting Pan – Prevents overbaking and guarantees that signature dense, creamy texture.
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💡 Helpful Tip: For ultra-smooth cheesecake slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it clean between each cut. Patience during cooling and chilling is key—your cheesecake will taste even better the next day!