New York-Style Cheesecake
This foolproof New York cheesecake recipe from Chef John makes a rich and delicious dense cheesecake infused with orange, lemon, and vanilla.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl until evenly moistened. Press crumb mixture into the bottom and about 1/2 inch up the sides of the springform pan.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Whisk sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; set aside.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Stir cream cheese and sugar together with a wooden spoon in a separate bowl until evenly incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes; add milk and whisk until just combined. Whisk in eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest, orange zest, and sour cream mixture; whisk until just incorporated.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Pour mixture into prepared springform pan.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until the edges have nicely puffed and the surface of the cheesecake is firm except for a small spot in the center that will jiggle when the pan is gently shaken, about 1 hour.'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'When the cheesecake is done, turn off the oven and let it cool in the oven for 3 to 4 hours. This prevents any cracks from forming on the top of the cheesecake.'}
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{'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Serve and enjoy.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (12 servings total)