Description
Classic New York Cheesecake prepared with a water bath method ensures silky, crack-free perfection. Creamy texture and rich flavor make this dessert a luxurious treat you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup (75 grams) butter, melted
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325F (163C) with a rack positioned in the center.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to create a compact, even crust.
- Using an electric mixer, blend cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate eggs individually, gently folding them into the mixture to prevent air pocket formation.
- Delicately blend vanilla extract and heavy cream into the cream cheese base.
- Carefully transfer the cheesecake mixture over the prepared graham cracker crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Encase the exterior of the springform pan completely with aluminum foil, creating a waterproof barrier.
- Position the foil-wrapped pan inside a larger roasting pan and surround with hot water, reaching approximately halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, monitoring until the edges appear set but the center maintains a subtle wobble.
- Switch off the oven, slightly open the door, and allow the cheesecake to gradually cool within the water bath for one hour.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours or ideally overnight to achieve optimal texture and flavor development before serving.
Notes
- Gently fold eggs into the cream cheese mixture to minimize air bubbles and reduce the chance of surface cracks.
- Ensure the foil is tightly wrapped to prevent water from seeping into the pan, which can make the crust soggy.
- Allow cream cheese and eggs to reach room temperature before mixing to create a smoother, more consistent texture.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives or use crushed nuts for a low-carb crust option.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg