The Creamy Dream Cheesecake

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Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups of Vanilla wafer crumbs
• ⅓ cup of unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 4 containers (8oz each) of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup of sugar
• 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup of sour cream

New York-style Filling:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Press the mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth.
5. Add in the sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
6. One by one, add the eggs, mixing well after each addition. Finally, mix in the sour cream until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth.
7. Pour the filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
8. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
9. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Afterward, carefully run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cheesecake. Remove the pan sides and allow the cheesecake to cool completely.

Orange & Vanilla Topping:

1. Once the cheesecake is completely cooled, prepare the topping.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the topping cool slightly.
4. Pour the slightly cooled topping over the cooled cheesecake, spreading it evenly.
5. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy every creamy bite of this delectable Creamy Dream Cheesecake!