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Creamy New York Style Cheesecake Recipe with Crunchy Graham Cracker Crust

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A classic New York style cheesecake with a smooth, creamy texture and a perfectly crunchy graham cracker crust. Easy to make with simple ingredients and a foolproof method.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Mix until evenly coated and press firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add sugar while mixing, then stir in vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Add eggs one at a time on low speed, mixing each just until combined.
  6. Mix in sour cream and heavy cream on low speed until smooth and velvety.
  7. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Optionally, wrap the springform pan with aluminum foil and place it in a larger baking dish with hot water halfway up the sides for a water bath.
  9. Bake for 55-70 minutes until edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
  10. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour to cool gradually.
  11. Remove from oven and water bath, then refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Run a knife around the edges before unlocking and removing the springform pan. Slice with a clean, hot knife.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients to avoid lumps. Do not overmix eggs to prevent cracks. Baking in a water bath helps avoid cracks. Cool cheesecake gradually in the oven before chilling. Use a hot knife dipped in hot water for clean slices. For gluten-free, substitute gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour for the crust.

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