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 them with the melted unsalted butter.

3. 3

   Press the biscuit mixture into the base of a 23cm (9-inch) springform pan to form an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until fully combined.

7. 7

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chilled biscuit base, smoothing the top with a spatula.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly wobbly.

9. 9

   Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for about an hour to cool gradually.

10. 10

    Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.