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

The PHILADELPHIA New York Cheesecake is a classic and indulgent dessert that has been a staple in American cuisine for decades. Made with the smooth and creamy texture of cream cheese, this cheesecake is decadent and rich, with a slightly tangy flavor that sets it apart from other desserts. Whether you are hosting a special dinner party or simply craving a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds and impress your guests.

Originating in New York City, this cheesecake...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup HONEY MAID Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 ounces butter or margarine, melted
  • 5 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (Optional)

Information

  • Additional Time: 5 hrs 25 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F if using a silver 9-inch springform pan (or to 300 degrees F if using a dark nonstick 9-inch springform pan). Mix crumbs, 3 Tbsp. sugar and butter; press firmly onto bottom of pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, flour, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add sour cream; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended. Pour over crust.
  • Bake 1 hour 10 minutes or until center is almost set. Run knife or metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim of pan. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Top with pie filling before serving.