NY Cheesecake
A rich, dense, and flavorful filling on a crunchy base makes the new-yorker cheesecake a world-renowned dessert.
Equipment
- 10" Springform pan
- Mixer
- Food Processor
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 250 g Digestive biscuit or Graham crackers
- 120 g Unsalted butter
- 900 g Cream cheese
- 120 g Sour cream
- 5 pcs Eggs
- 150 g Sugar
- 10 ml Vanilla extract
- 1 pc Lemon
Instructions
- Bring the cream cheese to room temperature
- Preheat oven to 160°C/310°F
- Grease the 10 ”springform pan with butter and keep in the fridge until needed.
- Melt the butter.
- In a food processor add the biscuits or crackers and melted butter. Pulse until get really fine crumbs
- Shape the processed cookie into the bottom of the mold with a thickness of around 0.5 cm.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until a darker golden color. Remove from oven, set aside while making the filling.
Filling
- Add the cream cheese to the mixer. Use the paddle attachment and mix at low speed until creamy.
- Gradually add the sugar.
- Beat the eggs and add them to the mixture little by little.
- Add sour cream, vanilla, lemon juice, and zest to taste. Mix until smooth.
- Transfer to the springform pan, filling almost to the top.
- Tap the pan on the counter gently to eliminate possible air pockets trapped in the mixture.
Baking and Final Steps
- Place in the oven and bake for around 40 to 50 minutes or until the cake's edge is set but the center is still wobbly.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature for 1 hour. Then let it set for more 3 hours in the fridge to make cutting easier.
- Remove it from the springform pan transferring to a nice platter. Garnish with whipped cream, berries, jam, fruit compotes, or serve plain.
Notes
Although cheesecake is a worldwide famous dessert enjoyed for centuries, many believe that Americans invented the cake.
Actually, they provided a considerable contribution to developing small batches mixed by hand in their basements.
Some of them invested all their money as their last breath, hoping to find a magic recipe.
Despite working hard, many restaurants and delicatessens have thrived and won numerous accolades and awards.
Nowadays, they sell their cheesecakes in swirling toppings, garnished with fresh fruits or spices, and flavored with chocolates, beverages, or only cheese.
The dessert is very versatile, where the addition of some fresh and high-quality ingredients, combined with creativity, can originate in the most fabulous cheesecake.
I hope this article has improved your pastry skills. To learn more, take a look at Crème Brûlée: How To Make It At Home Perfectly