New York-Style Cheesecake Recipe

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr

Additional Time:

3 hrs

Total Time:

4 hrs 15 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 (9-inch) cheesecake

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Who can resist a slice of creamy, decadent New York-style cheesecake? This top-rated recipe will quickly become a go-to dessert in your household.

What Is New York-Style Cheesecake?

New York-style cheesecake is larger and richer than traditional cheesecake, thanks to the additions of cream cheese and more egg yolks. Some recipes, like this one, feature sour cream to make the dessert even more decadent.

New York-Style Cheesecake Ingredients

These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this New York-style cheesecake recipe:

For the crust: graham cracker crumbs and melted butter
For the filling: sour cream, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, cream cheese, white sugar, milk, eggs, lemon zest, and orange zest

How to Make New York-Style Cheesecake

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade New York-style cheesecake:

Make the crust and press it into a prepared springform pan.
Make the filling and pour it over the crust.
Bake until the edges are puffed and the center is slightly jiggly.
Let the cheesecake cool in the oven.

Cook’s Note

Serve this cheesecake with my Fresh Strawberry Sauce.

How to Store New York-Style Cheesecake

Store the cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to four days. Don’t let it sit at room temperature for more than two hours.

Can You Freeze New York-Style Cheesecake?

Yes, you can freeze cheesecake. Wrap it tightly in storage wrap, then follow it up with a layer of foil for extra protection from freezer burn. Freeze for up to two months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“I have made this recipe several times, always with different toppings,” says Cowazy22. “It's so versatile, and I love the citrus accents. Definitely my go-to recipe!”

“This is my favorite cheesecake recipe,” raves one Allrecipes community member. “Never fail with this recipe. I added one tablespoon of brown sugar to the crust and it was delicious.”

“The cheesecake turns out really good,” according to snowballzoe. “Where I am (China) it is impossible to find sour cream, so I just use Greek yogurt instead and it works perfectly!”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

18 graham crackers, crushed
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 ½ cups white sugar
⅔ cup milk
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl until evenly moistened. Press crumb mixture into the bottom and about 1/2 inch up the sides of the springform pan.
Whisk sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; set aside.
Stir cream cheese and sugar together with a wooden spoon in a separate bowl until evenly incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes; add milk and whisk until just combined. Whisk in eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest, orange zest, and sour cream mixture; whisk until just incorporated. Pour mixture into prepared springform pan.
Bake in the preheated oven until the edges have nicely puffed and the surface of the cheesecake is firm except for a small spot in the center that will jiggle when the pan is gently shaken, about 1 hour.
When the cheesecake is done, turn off the oven and let it cool in the oven for 3 to 4 hours. This prevents any cracks from forming on the top of the cheesecake.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

556	Calories
37g	Fat
47g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 556
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37g	47%
Saturated Fat 22g	109%
Cholesterol 161mg	54%
Sodium 408mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate 47g	17%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 33g
Protein 11g	21%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 114mg	9%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 194mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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