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Classic New York Style Sour Cream Cheesecake

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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp butter melted
  • 32 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Method
 

  1. Mix graham crumbs and butter; press into springform pan and chill.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar smooth.
  3. Blend in sour cream and vanilla; add eggs individually.
  4. Pour over crust; bake at 325F about 70 minutes until center just sets.
  5. Turn oven off; cool inside with door cracked.
  6. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.

Notes

A water bath keeps the top crack-free.