Chantal’s New York Cheesecake
Indulge in the rich, creamy texture of Chantal’s New York Cheesecake, a classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Here’s how to create this culinary masterpiece:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
15 graham crackers, crushed
2 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 ½ cups white sugar
¾ cup milk
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Oven Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Crust Creation: Mix the crushed graham crackers with melted butter. Press this mixture firmly onto the bottom of the greased pan to form the crust.
Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gradually mix in milk, then add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is just incorporated. Stir in sour cream, flour, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
Baking: Pour the filling over the crust. Bake for 1 hour. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 5 to 6 hours to prevent cracks.
Chilling: Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator before serving.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Cooling Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Enjoy your slice of New York in the form of this decadent, creamy cheesecake that promises to deliver a taste of the big city right to your table!