Cheesecake
Rich, creamy New York-style cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust. Dense and velvety with a tangy finish, this is the gold standard.
20 min
Prep
1 hr
Cook
6 hr 20 min
Total
12
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
For the crust
For the filling
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
Beat cream cheese on medium speed until perfectly smooth (no lumps). Add sugar and beat until combined. Add sour cream, vanilla, lemon zest, and flour. Mix on low.
Tip: Every ingredient must be room temperature. Cold cream cheese = lumpy cheesecake. Let it sit out for at least 1 hour.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until each is incorporated. Don't overbeat after adding eggs, or the cheesecake will crack.
Pour filling over the crust. Wrap the outside of the pan in foil. Place in a roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) before unmolding.
Nutrition per Serving
380kcal
Calories
7g
Protein
30g
Carbs
26g
Fat
0g
Fiber
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