Classic New York cheesecake — the famous American dessert with a biscuit base

Classic New York cheesecake is one of the world’s most beloved desserts — thick, creamy, and baked slowly for a perfect texture.

INGREDIENTS

Crust

• 250 g digestive biscuits (crushed)
• 100 g melted butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar

Filling

• 900 g cream cheese (Philadelphia type), at room temperature
• 250 g sugar
• 200 ml heavy cream
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• Juice of half a lemon
• A pinch of salt

PREPARATION STEPS

1. Heat the oven to 180°C. Prepare a 23 cm round tin lined with baking paper.
2. Mix the crushed biscuits with the melted butter and sugar. Spread the mixture on the bottom of the tin and press firmly with a spoon. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
3. Lower the oven temperature to 160°C. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with the sugar until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add the heavy cream, vanilla, lemon juice, flour, and salt; mix until homogeneous.
5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
6. Bake for about 60-70 minutes, until the sides are set but the center wobbles slightly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight) before serving.

Preparation time: 30 minutes. Baking time: ~70 minutes. Cooling: at least 6 hours. Servings: 10-12.