Top Secret Carnegie Deli Classic New York Cheesecak

Name: Top Secret Carnegie Deli Classic New York Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter, softened; ¼ cup granulated sugar; ½ teaspoon vanilla; 1 dash salt; 1 egg; 1 ½ cups flour; 5 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 ⅓ cups sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; ⅓ cup sour cream; 3 eggs

Servings: persons

½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 dash salt
1 egg
1 ½ cups flour
5 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 ⅓ cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon juice
⅓ cup sour cream
3 eggs

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Leave the butter & cream cheese out of the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes to soften.
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Make the crust by creaming together butter, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teas vanilla & salt.
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Add 1 egg & mix well.
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Add 1-1/2 cups flour & stir well to combine.
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Preheat oven to 375 F, then press half of the dough onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
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Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until edge of dough begins to turn light brown.
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Cool.
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3.
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When the pan has cooled, take the remaining dough & press it around the inside edge of the pan.
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Don't go all the way up to the top though.
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Leave about a 1/2-inch margin from the top of the pan.
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4.
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Crank oven up to 500F Combine cream cheese, 1-1/3 cups sugar, 2 teas vanilla & lemon juice with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth.
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Mix in sour cream & 2 Tbls flour.
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Add the eggs & mix on slow speed until combined.
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Pour cream cheese filing into the pan and bake at 500 F for 10 minutes.
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Reduce heat to 350 F & bake for 30 to 35 minutes more, or until the center is firm.
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Cover & cool in refrigerator for several hours or overnight before serving.

1292

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup butter, softened, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla, 1 dash salt, and more.

Yes, Top Secret Carnegie Deli Classic New York Cheesecake falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Top Secret Carnegie Deli Classic New York Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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