This classic New York-style cheesecake delivers a luxuriously dense and creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Built on a sturdy, buttery graham cracker crust, the filling combines full-fat cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs for an intensely rich, tangy flavor profile. The high baking temperature followed by a brief broil creates a beautifully golden, slightly caramelized top that contrasts perfectly with the cool, smooth interior. It is the ultimate showstopper for holiday dinners, birthday celebrations, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with a timeless, decadent treat.
Cheese Cake, New York Style
Description
This classic New York-style cheesecake delivers a luxuriously dense and creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Built on a sturdy, buttery graham cracker crust, the filling combines full-fat cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs for an intensely rich, tangy flavor profile. The high baking temperature followed by a brief broil creates a beautifully golden, slightly caramelized top that contrasts perfectly with the cool, smooth interior. It is the ultimate showstopper for holiday dinners, birthday celebrations, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with a timeless, decadent treat.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
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In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of the sugar, and 1/4 cup of the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
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Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 8 or 9-inch springform pan.
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Break the cream cheese into smaller chunks and place it in a food processor or stand mixer.
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Add the sour cream, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese.
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Blend the mixture on medium speed for about 1 minute until combined, then scrape down the sides.
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Blend again until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
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With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
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Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan and smooth the top.
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Bake in the lower third of the oven for 45 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
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Turn off the oven and switch the setting to Broil. Watch closely as the cheesecake begins to brown slightly on top.
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Broil just until attractive golden-brown spots appear on the surface, being careful not to burn it.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature.
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Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set fully.
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Run a knife around the edge to loosen, remove the springform ring, and slice into small, rich wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1011.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 75.5g117%
- Saturated Fat 44.7g224%
- Cholesterol 394.0mg132%
- Sodium 1328.5mg56%
- Total Carbohydrate 54.7g19%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 52.6g
- Protein 30.6g62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.