Indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of New York with Nigella Lawson's New York Cheesecake. This iconic dessert, loved by cheesecake enthusiasts worldwide, embodies the essence of classic New York flavors. Our comprehensive guide takes you through three delectable variations of this timeless treat: the Original New York Cheesecake, a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions, and a luscious Chocolate New York Cheesecake for chocolate lovers. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a creamy, velvety texture and a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards cheesecake perfection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a delightful baking adventure.
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NIGELLA LAWSON NEW YORK CHEESECAKE
This cake is from 'How to be a Domestic Goddess' and is my favourite cheesecake recipe so far. I posted the original recipe but I usually replace half the cream cheese by Philadelphia Extra Light (6% fat), to make a lighter cheesecake, and take just 2/3 of the recipe and bake it in a 20cm springform for 1 hour.
Provided by Flowerfairy
Categories Cheesecake
Time 3h
Yield 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Crush the digestive biscuits to fine crumbs in a blender or food processor. Add the melted butter and sugar and mix. Press onto base of greased 24cm springform cake tin. Chill for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Mix the cornflour with the sugar and beat in the cream cheese, egg yolks and vanilla extract with an electric mixer (or by hand).
- Slowly pour in heavy cream and sour cream, beating constantly. Add the lemon zest.
- Clean and dry your whisk. In another bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt to stiff peaks, then fold into the cheese mixture carefully.
- Scoop cheese onto base. Bake in a 170°C oven 1 to 1 1/2 hours without opening the oven door until golden brown on top. Turn off the heat and let the cake stand in the oven for two more hours. Open door, stand a further hour. Then chill it in the refirgerator for a few hours.
- Serve chilled, dusted with icing sugar and decorated with berries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.5, Fat 41.6, SaturatedFat 23.6, Cholesterol 200.9, Sodium 589.3, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 24.5, Protein 8.8
CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Time 1h35m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make the base, process the graham cracker crumbs, butter and cocoa powder in a food processor until it makes damp, clumping crumbs. Tip them into a 9-inch springform pan. Press the crumbs into the bottom of the pan to make an even base and put into the freezer while you make the filling.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Put a kettle on to boil. Melt the chocolate either in a microwave or double boiler, and set aside to cool slightly.
- To make the filling, beat the cream cheese to soften it, and then add the sugar and custard powder, beating again to combine. Beat in the whole eggs and then the yolks and the sour cream. Finally, add the cocoa dissolved in hot water and the melted chocolate and mix to make a smooth batter.
- Take the springform pan out of the freezer and line the outside of the pan with a good layer of plastic wrap, and then another layer of strong foil over that. This will protect it from the water bath. Sit the springform pan in a roasting pan and pour the cheesecake filling into the springform pan. Fill the roasting pan with the just-boiled water from the kettle to come about halfway up the cake pan, and bake in the oven 50 minutes to 1 hour. The top of the cheesecake should be set, but the underneath should still have a wobble to it.
- Peel away the foil and plastic wrap and sit the cheesecake in its pan on a rack to cool. Put in the fridge once it is no longer hot and leave to set, covered with plastic, overnight. Let it lose its chill before unspringing the cheesecake to serve.
- To make the glaze, very gently melt the chopped chocolate, cream and corn syrup. When the chocolate has nearly melted, take it off the heat and whisk until smooth. Let it cool a little, then Jackson Pollock it over the cheesecake. Use the remaining glaze as an accompanying sauce.
CHERRY CHEESECAKE
This recipe has overturned a lifetime's prejudice - which is good, but unsettling. I had always been a committed believer that the only true cheesecake was the proper, baked cheesecake, but now I'm not so sure. This improper, unbaked cheesecake, feature of many a 1970s dessert trolley, has entirely won me over. It's light, it has tang, it is rapturously good. The fact that it is speedily easy to make is more reason for general hilarity and joy. Even in the spirit of retro-accuracy, please do not be tempted to open a jar of cherry pie filling over the cake. I use some French cherry concoction that seems to be pretty universally available and has no added sugar, but anything labelled 'conserve' as opposed to 'jam' should be safe. And, if you feel like it, when cherries are in season, rather strew the top with a couple of handfuls of beautiful fruit.
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 3h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Blitz the biscuits in a food processor until beginning to turn to crumbs, then add the sugar and butter and whiz again to make the mixture clump. If using graham cracker crumbs, you can use a bowl and wooden spoon to mix the butter in, with the sugar added.
- Press this mixture into a 8-inch springform tin; press a little up the sides to form a slight ridge.
- Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Lightly whip the cream, and then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling on top of the biscuit base and smooth with a spatula, put it in the refrigerator for 3 hours or overnight.
- When you are ready to serve the cheesecake, un-mold and spread the black cherry spread over the top.
CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 13h25m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- To make the base, process the graham crackers to make rough crumbs and then add the butter and cocoa. Process again until it makes damp, clumping crumbs and then tip them into the pan. Press the crumbs into the bottom of the pan to make an even base and put into the freezer while you make the filling.
- Put a kettle on to boil.
- Melt the chocolate either in a microwave or double boiler, and set aside to cool slightly.
- Beat the cream cheese to soften it, then add the sugar and custard power, beating again to combine. Beat in the whole eggs and then the yolks, and the sour cream. Finally add the cocoa dissolved in hot water and melted chocolate and mix to a smooth batter.
- Take the springform tin out of the freezer and line the outside of the tin with a good layer of cling wrap, and then another layer of strong foil over that. This will protect it from the water bath.
- Sit the springform tin in a roasting pan and pour in the cheesecake filling. Fill the roasting pan with just boiled water to come about half way up the cake tin and bake in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour. The top of the cheesecake should be set, but the underneath should still have a wobble to it.
- Peel away the foil and cling film wrapping and sit the cheesecake in its tin on a rack to cool. Put in the refrigerator once it is no longer hot, and leave to set, covered with plastic overnight. Let it lose its chill before unspringing the cheesecake to serve.
- To make the chocolate sauce: very gently melt the chopped chocolate, cream and syrup. When the chocolate has nearly melted, take off the heat and whisk it to a smooth sauce. Let it cool a little, and pour it over the chocolate cheesecake on its serving plate.
MANGO CHEESECAKE
Now, I love cheesecake and I love mangoes, the mangoes best eaten in their natural state, and preferably in the bath. But the two together make a dessert that manages to be both comforting and elegant. The scented flesh of the fruit does more than add to the taste of the cheesecake: it transforms the texture, too. This mango cheesecake reminds me of those light French fruit-mousse tarts, with their glassy, mirrored tops. And the color! The radiant, golden yellow is instant sunshine in the kitchen, just as the taste is summer on the tongue.
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 2h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare cheesecake base: Place graham crackers in the bowl of a food processor. Process until they are almost fine crumbs. Add dark brown sugar and butter. Process until mixture clumps together like damp sand. Press mixture evenly into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and refrigerate while preparing filling.
- Prepare filling: Heat oven to 325 degrees. Bring a kettle of water to boil. Peel and cut flesh from mangoes and purée in food processor until smooth. Add cream cheese and process until smooth. Add superfine sugar, and with motor running, add eggs one at a time through the processor's feed tube. Add lime juice, and process until blended.
- Place springform pan on a double layer of strong foil. Crimp edges up around pan to make a waterproof nest. Place foil-covered pan in a deep roasting pan. Scrape filling into pan and pour boiling water into roasting pan to come about halfway up sides of cake pan.
- Bake until filling is set and wobbles slightly in the center (it will continue to cook as it cools), about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Discard foil and place pan on a cooling rack. When cool, refrigerate overnight. To serve, remove from pan and place on a serving platter before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 600, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 398 milligrams, Sugar 44 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Utilize a springform pan for effortless cheesecake removal and a smooth presentation.
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for seamless blending and a velvety texture.
- Incorporate the sugar gradually to prevent crystallization and maintain a smooth filling.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition to avoid curdling.
- Line the bottom of the springform pan with parchment paper to prevent the crust from sticking.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath to create a moist and evenly cooked center.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best texture and flavor.
- When serving, let the cheesecake sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften slightly for the optimal eating experience.
Conclusion:
Nigella Lawson's New York Cheesecake recipe offers a delightful balance of richness, tanginess, and a smooth, creamy texture. By following the detailed instructions and incorporating the provided tips, you can effortlessly create this classic dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. Remember to use high-quality ingredients, take your time during preparation, and allow the cheesecake to chill thoroughly for the best results. Indulge in a slice of this luscious cheesecake and savor the perfect combination of flavors and textures that make it a timeless favorite.
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