Description
Classic New York Cheesecake is the epitome of dessert indulgence, combining a rich and creamy filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. Each slice delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of New York City.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake crust for about 10 minutes; let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla. Incorporate eggs one at a time until fully mixed.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven; let the cheesecake cool inside for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. For added flavor variations, substitute graham crackers with digestive biscuits or Oreos for the crust.