Felice’s Cheesecake

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A luxuriously dense and creamy New York-style cheesecake with a rich vanilla flavor.
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This classic Felice’s Cheesecake is the ultimate comfort dessert, boasting an impossibly smooth, dense texture that melts in your mouth. By using room-temperature ingredients and a generous amount of sour cream, you achieve a custard-like richness that is far superior to boxed mixes. The subtle hint of vanilla pairs perfectly with the tangy cream cheese, creating a balanced flavor profile that isn’t overly sweet. It is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply a quiet Sunday afternoon treat. While it requires patience to cool completely, the result is a sophisticated, restaurant-quality dessert that is surprisingly simple to make at home. Serve it plain for pure elegance or top with fresh berries for a pop of color and acidity.

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Felice’s Cheesecake

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This classic Felice’s Cheesecake is the ultimate comfort dessert, boasting an impossibly smooth, dense texture that melts in your mouth. By using room-temperature ingredients and a generous amount of sour cream, you achieve a custard-like richness that is far superior to boxed mixes. The subtle hint of vanilla pairs perfectly with the tangy cream cheese, creating a balanced flavor profile that isn't overly sweet. It is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply a quiet Sunday afternoon treat. While it requires patience to cool completely, the result is a sophisticated, restaurant-quality dessert that is surprisingly simple to make at home. Serve it plain for pure elegance or top with fresh berries for a pop of color and acidity.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie plate or springform pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it is completely soft and creamy.
  3. Add the sugar and salt to the cream cheese. Beat on medium speed until well combined and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Do not overbeat, as this can incorporate too much air and cause cracks.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pie plate.
  7. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly. The edges should be puffed and firm.
  8. Turn off the oven and crack the door open slightly. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
  9. Remove from the oven and cool completely at room temperature.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.

Note

For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream. Low-fat versions may result in a grainy texture.

If you prefer a crust, this filling works beautifully in a pre-baked graham cracker crust.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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