Classic New York Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Classic New York Cheesecake Recipe
Total time: 145 min
Ingredients: 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs, from 12 whole crackers; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons sugar; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 32 oz (four 8-oz blocks) cream cheese, at room temperature; 2 cups sugar; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon packed lemon zest, from 1 lemon; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 lemon; ¼ teaspoon salt; 6 large eggs; ½ cup sour cream; Special equipment: 9- or 10-inch springform pan; 18-inch heavy-duty aluminum foil (see Pro Tip); Berry sauce, for serving (optional)

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This easy, foolproof cheesecake recipe creates a dense, rich, and creamy dessert with irresistible flavor—perfect for any occasion and sure to impress.

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Ingredients

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs, from 12 whole crackers
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
32 oz (four 8-oz blocks) cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon packed lemon zest, from 1 lemon
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 lemon
¼ teaspoon salt
6 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
Special equipment: 9- or 10-inch springform pan; 18-inch heavy-duty aluminum foil (see Pro Tip)
Berry sauce, for serving (optional)