Description
Classic New York cheesecake with a creamy texture and rich flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla and sour cream until combined.
- Pour the batter into the crust.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for best results.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Top with fruit or chocolate if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: New York Cheesecake, cheesecake, dessert