New York Cheesecake
Ah, the sweet and creamy delight of New York cheesecake! This iconic dessert has been a favorite for generations, with its smooth and rich texture, a perfect balance of tang and sweetness, and oh-so-delicious graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 4 packets softened cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- The oven should be heated to 325°F.
- Combine 1/4 cup of sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and melted butter in a spacious mixing bowl to form a homogeneous mixture.
- A 9-inch springform pan should have the ingredients pressed evenly into the bottom and up the sides.
- Cream cheese should be thoroughly beaten in a sizable mixing bowl.
- While mixing until just incorporated, add the remaining sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and lemon juice.
- Over the pan's crust, pour the mixture.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until just set in the middle.
- The cheesecake must reach a state of full coolness before being placed in the refrigerator for a minimum of two hours for maximum chill.
