Classic New York Cheesecake: A Foolproof 4-Hour Masterpiece
A creamy and rich cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and 1 1/4 cups sugar until smooth. Add vanilla.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and flour until just combined.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 55 minutes or until center is set.
- Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter.
- Do not overmix to avoid cracks.
- Run a knife around the edge before removing the springform ring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg