How to Make New York-Style Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

New York-style cheesecake is a classic dessert that has become a favorite around the world. Known for its rich and creamy texture, this decadent dessert is a must-try for any cheesecake lover. With a thick and buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth and dense filling, this dessert is perfect for any special occasion or just a cozy night in with a slice of indulgence.

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Ingredients

  • 18 graham crackers, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 (9-inch) cheesecake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl until evenly moistened. Press crumb mixture into the bottom and about 1/2 inch up the sides of the springform pan.
  • Whisk sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; set aside.
  • Stir cream cheese and sugar together with a wooden spoon in a separate bowl until evenly incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes; add milk and whisk until just combined. Whisk in eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest, orange zest, and sour cream mixture; whisk until just incorporated. Pour mixture into prepared springform pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges have nicely puffed and the surface of the cheesecake is firm except for a small spot in the center that will jiggle when the pan is gently shaken, about 1 hour.
  • When the cheesecake is done, turn off the oven and let it cool in the oven for 3 to 4 hours. This prevents any cracks from forming on the top of the cheesecake.
  • Nutrition

    556 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 161mg
    • Sodium: 408mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 33g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 114mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 194mg