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Creamy Classic New York Cheesecake Recipe with Easy Berry Sauce Tutorial

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A simple, creamy classic New York cheesecake paired with an easy berry sauce that balances tangy cream cheese with fresh, vibrant berries. Perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 24 oz (680 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream, full-fat
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 1/2 cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons (70 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 cups (300 g) mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes and cool.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth (2-3 minutes). Gradually add sugar and mix. Add eggs one at a time, beating well but not overmixing. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
  3. Sprinkle flour over batter and gently fold in with spatula until smooth and thick but pourable.
  4. Pour batter over cooled crust. Tap pan to release air bubbles. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55-65 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  5. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour. Remove and cool completely on wire rack for 1 hour.
  6. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  7. For berry sauce, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice in saucepan over medium heat. Cook about 10 minutes until berries break down and sugar dissolves. Add cornstarch slurry if thicker sauce desired and cook 1 more minute. Cool to room temperature.
  8. Release cheesecake from pan, serve with berry sauce spooned over or on the side. Optionally add whipped cream.

Notes

Soften cream cheese well before mixing. Avoid overmixing after adding eggs to prevent cracks. Slow cooling in oven with door ajar helps prevent cracks. Chilling overnight is best for texture. Frozen berries can be used for sauce but thaw slightly first. Use a water bath for moist cheesecake and fewer cracks (optional).

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