cream cheese cake recipe

Here’s a classic Cream Cheese Cake recipe (also known as New York-style cheesecake). It’s rich, creamy, and simple to make:

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🧀 Classic Cream Cheese Cake Recipe (New York Cheesecake)

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

• 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened (total: 32 oz / 900g)

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 4 large eggs

• ⅔ cup (160ml) sour cream

• ⅔ cup (160ml) heavy cream

Optional Toppings:

• Fresh berries

• Fruit compote

• Whipped cream

• Chocolate or caramel drizzle

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan.

2. Make the crust:

   • Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.

   • Press mixture into the bottom of the pan (and slightly up the sides if desired).

   • Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool.

3. Prepare the filling:

   • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

   • Add the sugar and vanilla, and beat until well combined.

   • Add eggs, one at a time, mixing just until combined after each.

   • Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until smooth (don’t overmix).

4. Assemble and bake:

   • Pour filling over the cooled crust.

   • Optional: Wrap the pan with foil and bake in a water bath for even cooking and to prevent cracking.

   • Bake for 60–70 minutes, until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.

5. Cool:

   • Turn off oven, crack door, and let the cake cool inside for 1 hour.

   • Remove and let cool completely at room temp.

   • Refrigerate at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).

6. Serve:

   • Remove from springform pan.

   • Add desired toppings before serving.