New York Cheesecake

Cook it step by step

1. 1

   Before cooking, read every step, measure all listed ingredients and prepare the cookware named by the method. Wash and dry fresh produce, then prepare it to the size described before heating the pan.

2. 2

   Crush biscuits, mix with butter and press into a springform pan. Mix only until the texture is even, scraping the base and sides of the bowl so no pockets of unmixed seasoning or dry ingredient remain.

3. 3

   Beat cream cheese and sugar on low speed until smooth.

4. 4

   Mix in sour cream, vanilla, zest and cornstarch, then eggs one at a time. Mix only until the texture is even, scraping the base and sides of the bowl so no pockets of unmixed seasoning or dry ingredient remain.

5. 5

   Bake gently until the edge is set and centre still wobbles. Fully preheat to 160°C conventional / 140°C fan; bake for about 70 minutes, then use the colour, texture and doneness cue in the step to decide whether it needs a little longer.

6. 6

   Cool in the switched-off oven, then chill overnight. Fully preheat to 160°C conventional / 140°C fan; bake for about 70 minutes, then use the colour, texture and doneness cue in the step to decide whether it needs a little longer.

7. 7

   Use the stated colour and texture cues to confirm doneness, then allow the bake to rest as directed before cutting; slicing too early can make a properly cooked centre seem wet or heavy.