New York Style Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

• 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs

For the Topping (Optional):

• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2: Prepare the Crust

2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.

3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to create an even crust.

4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 3: Make the Cheesecake Filling

5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

6. Add sugar and continue to beat until well combined and fluffy.

7. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

8. Gradually add flour to the mixture, beating on low speed to avoid overmixing.

9. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Step 4: Pour and Bake

10. Pour the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.

11. Tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.

12. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the centre is set and the top is lightly browned.

Step 5: Make the Topping (Optional Sour Cream)

13. Most people just spread a can of cherry pie filling over the cheesecake, but if you want to add a sour cream topping, mix together sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a small bowl.

14. Spread the sour cream mixture over the baked cheesecake immediately after removing it from the oven.

Step 6: Cool and Chill

15. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 1 hour.

16. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set.

Step 7: Serve

17. Before serving, run a knife around the edge of the springform pan to loosen the cheesecake.

18. Release the sides of the springform pan and transfer the cheesecake to a serving plate.

19. Slice and serve chilled. You can garnish with fresh berries or a drizzle of fruit sauce if desired.

Enjoy your delicious New York Cheesecake!

Source: Some or all of the content was generated using an AI language model