Classic New York Cheesecake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).

2. 2

   Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted unsalted butter.

3. 3

   Press the biscuit mixture into the base of a 23cm (9-inch) springform pan to form the crust.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.

5. 5

   Gradually add the sugar, beating until well combined.

6. 6

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

7. 7

   Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

8. 8

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust.

9. 9

   Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish and fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the pan.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.

11. 11

    Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for about 1 hour.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.