The New York berry cheesecake is one of the most loved cheesecakes ever. Unlike the no-bake versions, this is the classic American cheesecake that is baked in the oven, with a cookie base and a very creamy filling made of fresh cheese, eggs, and sour cream.
It’s an elegant and spectacular dessert, perfect for ending a special dinner or surprising guests with a dessert that always impresses. I prepared it with berry glaze, but you can also serve it with fresh seasonal fruit or a drizzle of dark chocolate.
If you love cheesecakes, I recommend taking a look at my lemon cheesecake with mascarpone and the tiramisu cheesecake without eggs, both no-bake and ideal for summer.
Well, let’s discover the recipe together! See you soon, Susy.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Rest time: 8 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 8/10
- Cooking methods: Electric oven
- Cuisine: American
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 501.70 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 38.39 (g) of which sugars 22.40 (g)
- Proteins 8.10 (g)
- Fat 35.62 (g) of which saturated 11.91 (g)of which unsaturated 7.14 (g)
- Fibers 1.67 (g)
- Sodium 294.77 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 141 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for New York Berry Cheesecake
- 10.5 oz Digestive biscuits
- 5.3 oz butter
- 17.6 oz cream cheese (Philadelphia)
- 1 egg (large size)
- 3.5 oz sugar
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 10.5 oz mixed berries (frozen)
- to taste blueberries (fresh)
- 2 tbsps sugar
Useful Tools
- Pan springform 8 inches
- Bowl
- Electric whisk
- Food processor
How to Prepare the New York Berry Cheesecake
Melt the butter in the microwave or in a saucepan. In the food processor, reduce the biscuits to fine powder and mix them with the melted butter. Pour the mixture into the lined pan with parchment paper and compact with a spoon or a glass. Place in the fridge for 15 minutes.
Use an electric whisk to work the cheese with sugar and vanilla. Add the egg and mix well. Finally, incorporate the sour cream with a spatula until you have a smooth cream.
Pour the mixture onto the cookie base, level it, and bake in a static oven at 320°F for about 1 hour. The surface should remain light, and the center slightly wobbly.Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature, then cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for at least 8 hours in the pan.
Cook the frozen mixed berries with sugar for 10 minutes. Blend with an immersion mixer and strain the sauce. Let it cool completely.
Unmold the cheesecake, transfer it to a serving plate, and cover it with the berry glaze. Decorate with fresh blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries.
Storing the New York Berry Cheesecake
The New York berry cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days covered well with plastic wrap. You can also freeze it in slices and enjoy it within 3 months.
Useful Tips
Gluten-free variant: prepare the base with gluten-free cookies.
Fresh effect: decorate the cheesecake with fresh seasonal fruit and a few mint leaves.
For a thicker glaze: add a teaspoon of cornstarch during the cooking of the berries.
Trick to try: wrap the base of the pan with a sheet of aluminum foil. This will prevent the butter from dripping in the oven, causing smoke and bad odors.
Questions and Answers
Can I replace sour cream with yogurt?
Better not: sour cream gives the right creaminess and a slightly acidic note. If you can’t find it, you can make it at home by mixing fresh cream with a few drops of lemon.
How do I know if the cheesecake is cooked?
The center should remain slightly wobbly: as it cools, it will settle by itself.
Can I make it the day before?
Yes, in fact, it is recommended. Resting in the fridge overnight makes it even more firm and creamy.
