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A delectable New York Cheesecake on a white plate with a spoonful removed

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This recipe provides a delicious guide on how to prepare 3 New York Cheesecakes. It yields servings for a small gathering and takes a moderate amount of time to prepare from start to finish.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 slices
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 24 ounces graham cracker crumbs
  • 12 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups melted unsalted butter
Filling
  • 6 pounds cream cheese, softened
  • 4.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 9 large eggs
  • 3 cups sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 3 teaspoons lemon zest
Topping (optional)
  • 1.5 cups sour cream
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pans (3)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 9-inch springform pans by greasing them.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press evenly into the bottom of each prepared pan.
Baking
  1. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then mix in eggs one at a time.
  2. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest; pour the filling over the crusts.
  3. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Cooling and Chilling
  1. Let cheesecakes cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour, then cool completely on a wire rack.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving. Optionally, mix sour cream, sugar, and vanilla for a topping and spread over cooled cheesecakes before chilling.

Notes

For best results, make sure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature. A water bath can be used during baking to prevent cracks, though it is not strictly necessary for this recipe. You can customize the topping with fresh berries or fruit compote instead of the sour cream topping.