Creamy New York Cheesecake
Rich, ultra-creamy New York cheesecake with a buttery graham crust — crack-free with our simple oven method.
⏱ 1 hr 40 min🍽 Serves 12👩🍳 Medium
Thick, dense and silky, this is classic New York cheesecake. The secret to no cracks: room-temperature ingredients, gentle mixing and a slow cool in the oven.
The recipe
Creamy New York Cheesecake
Prep25 min
Cook1 hr 15 min
Total1 hr 40 min
Serves12
LevelMedium
Calories~470
Ingredients
- Crust
- Filling
Instructions
- Press crust ingredients into a 9-inch springform pan; bake 10 minutes at 160°C (325°F).
- Beat cream cheese and sugar on low until smooth. Mix in sour cream, vanilla and flour.
- Add eggs one at a time on low just until blended.
- Pour over crust. Bake 60–70 minutes until edges are set and the center wobbles slightly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door and leave 1 hour. Chill at least 6 hours.
💡 Tips for success
- Mix on low speed — air bubbles cause cracks.
Calories are an estimate per serving. Cuisine: American · Course: Desserts & Baking
Questions? We've got answers
Do I need a water bath?
Not with this method; a pan of hot water on the lower rack helps if your oven runs hot.
