Authentic New York Cheesecake: The Secret to Rich and Dense Flavor
New York Style Cheesecake Recipe, Dense Cheesecake, Homemade Dessert
Indulge in the deep, rich flavor of cheese that fills your mouth! This is the quintessential dense New York Cheesecake recipe, perfect for making at home. We’ll guide you with detailed tips to ensure even baking beginners can succeed.
Crispy Biscuit Crust
- 100g Whole wheat biscuits
- 30g Melted butter
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Preparation: First, prepare an 18cm round cake pan by lining it with parchment paper. Finely crush the whole wheat biscuits using a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing them. Mix the crushed biscuits with 30g of melted butter until well combined. Pour this biscuit mixture into the prepared cake pan and press it down firmly and evenly using the bottom of a cup or a similar tool. Place this base in the refrigerator to chill for at least 15 minutes until firm. This step ensures a solid foundation for your cheesecake. **Key Tip:** It is crucial that all ingredients (cream cheese, plain yogurt, eggs) are at room temperature to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture.
Step 2
Prepare Cheese Filling Ingredients: As mentioned earlier, cream cheese, plain yogurt, and eggs must all be at room temperature. Only the heavy cream should be lightly warmed (to a lukewarm temperature, comfortable to the touch) just before you use it. Cold ingredients can cause separation or lumps when mixed, so always maintain room temperature.
Step 3
Mix Cream Cheese and Yogurt: Place the room-temperature cream cheese in a mixing bowl and cream it using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fluffy. It’s important to cream it thoroughly until no lumps remain. Next, add the room-temperature plain yogurt and mix until fully incorporated with the cream cheese.
Step 4
Add Sugar and Mix: Add the sugar to the cream cheese and yogurt mixture and mix gently until combined. It’s okay if the sugar doesn’t completely dissolve into a syrup at this stage; just mix until it’s evenly incorporated.
Step 5
Add Eggs and Mix: Now it’s time to add the room-temperature eggs one at a time. Mix until each egg is just incorporated before adding the next, following the same procedure for the second egg. Overmixing at this stage can introduce too much air into the batter, affecting the final texture, so mix only until each egg is blended.
Step 6
Mix in Cream: Gently fold in the lightly warmed heavy cream into the batter. The batter will become slightly thinner and smoother once the cream is incorporated. Again, avoid overmixing.
Step 7
Sift in Cornstarch: Finally, sift the cornstarch over the batter and gently mix until just combined. Use a spatula or whisk to incorporate it quickly and without creating lumps. The key is to ensure the cornstarch is evenly distributed.
Step 8
Bake and Cool: Carefully pour the prepared cheese filling over the chilled biscuit crust in the cake pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 160°C (320°F) and continue baking for another 30-40 minutes. Baking times may vary depending on your oven; the cheesecake is done when the top is lightly golden and the center has a slight wobble. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the door slightly ajar. Let the cheesecake cool slowly inside the oven for about an hour. This gradual cooling prevents cracking on the surface. Once completely cooled at room temperature, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, for the best flavor and dense texture.
Step 9
Done: Carefully remove the chilled New York Cheesecake from the pan, slice it beautifully, and enjoy your delicious homemade creation! Your rich and dense New York Cheesecake is ready.
