Classic New York Cheesecake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2

   Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with the melted unsalted butter.

3. 3

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

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until well combined.

6. 6

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

7. 7

   Mix in the vanilla extract.

8. 8

   Fold in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

9. 9

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 55-60 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 the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature.

13. 13

    Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.