New York Cheesecake
- Serves
- 12
- Prep
- 25 min plus chilling
- Cook
- 1 hr 10 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
History & Origin
New York cheesecake became known for a dense, smooth filling based on American cream cheese and a restrained crust. Its twentieth-century restaurant fame helped define the style: rich but not fluffy, gently baked and chilled thoroughly before slicing.