Here’s a silky, rich, and elegant recipe for Classic New York-Style Cheesecake (Baked in a Rectangular Pan) — just like the smooth, creamy, golden-crusted slice in your image! This version features a buttery graham cracker crust and a dense, velvety filling that’s perfectly baked to avoid cracks. Served in neat squares, it’s ideal for sharing or gifting.
🍰 New York-Style Baked Cheesecake (Rectangular Pan Version)
Creamy, decadent, and effortlessly impressive — this is cheesecake done right.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 full sheets)
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 32 oz (900g) full-fat cream cheese, softened (4 blocks)
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (150g) sour cream
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)