Heavenly New York Cherry Cheesecake

Ingredients

Vanilla Wafer Base

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

New York-Style Filling

• 32 oz cream cheese (Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese), softened (4 containers)
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs

Whipped Cream & Cherry Topping

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained

Instructions

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

Vanilla Wafer Base

1. In a medium bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs and granulated sugar.
2. Add the melted butter and mix until well combined.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.

New York-Style Filling

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until just blended. Do not overmix.
5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
6. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean.
7. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Whipped Cream & Cherry Topping

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
2. Spread the whipped cream optionally over the chilled cheesecake or pipe decorative dollops around the edges.
3. Place maraschino cherries on top of the whipped cream.

Serving

1. Run a knife around the edge of the springform pan before releasing the sides.
2. Slice and serve chilled.

Enjoy your Heavenly New York Cherry Cheesecake!