Description
A rich and velvety dessert that brings joy to any occasion, the creamy cheesecake (New York style) is known for its dense and smooth consistency, enhanced by the addition of sour cream and vanilla extract.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese: 900 grams (32 oz) of softened cream cheese
- Granulated Sugar: 200 grams (1 cup)
- Large Eggs: 4 large eggs
- Sour Cream: 240 grams (1 cup)
- Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
- Graham Cracker Crust: Pre-made or homemade
- Unsalted Butter: 115 grams (1/2 cup) of melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Prepare the graham cracker crust by mixing crushed graham crackers with melted butter and pressing it into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar to the cream cheese and mix until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
- Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Cool the cheesecake in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve the cheesecake plain or with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Do not overbake to prevent cracks.
- Consider using a water bath for even baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cheesecake, New York style, dessert, creamy cheesecake