Classic New York Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries
A rich and creamy classic New York-style cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, baked to perfection and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries for a timeless dessert favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and mix well.
- Beat in sour cream, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is just set and slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool in oven for 1 hour.
- Remove from oven and chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with fresh strawberries. If desired, warm strawberry jam slightly and brush over strawberries for a glossy finish.
Notes
- For a smooth texture, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid cracks.
- Bake in a water bath for even baking and fewer cracks.
- Chill overnight for best flavor and consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg