Ultimate New York Cheesecake with Strawberry Drizzle 🍰

Authentic Lindy’s Famous New York Cheesecake

🕒 Total Time: 1 hour and 50 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 40 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
🍰 Servings: 16 slices

Description:
Indulge in the iconic and often imitated Authentic Lindy’s Famous New York Cheesecake. This dense and creamy delight is the epitome of the New York-style cheesecake, setting the standard for its counterparts. With a rich blend of flavors and textures, this recipe promises to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup sugar
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 cups cream cheese
• Pinch of salt
• Zest of 1 orange
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup strawberries
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• Pinch of salt
• 3/4 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pastry:

   • In a food processor, combine 1/2 cup sugar and lemon zest for 5 seconds.
   • Add the butter, egg yolk, water, and vanilla. Pulse until the mixture is granular.
   • Add the flour and pulse rapidly until the mixture almost forms a ball.
   • Press the dough into a 1-inch-thick cake, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2. Preheat the Oven:

   • Adjust the oven rack to the lower third position.
   • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

3. Prepare the Springform Pan:

   • Butter a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
   • Cut off slightly less than half of the dough. Break into pieces and scatter over the springform bottom. Press firmly to form a thin layer.
   • Bake for 8 minutes until pale golden brown. Remove and cool completely.

4. Shape the Pastry:

   • Increase oven temperature to 525°F (275°C).
   • Shape the remaining pastry into a square and roll it out into a rectangle larger than 10×6 inches. Trim to size and cut into strips.
   • Line the sides of the springform pan with the pastry strips, pressing firmly together.

5. Prepare the Filling:

   • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
   • Add sugar, flour, salt, zests, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
   • Beat in eggs and yolks one at a time until incorporated.
   • On low speed, beat in the heavy cream.
   • Pour the mixture into the pan and smooth the top.

6. Bake the Cheesecake:

   • Bake for 10 minutes at 525°F (275°C), then reduce heat to 200°F (95°C) and bake for 1 hour longer until golden brown.
   • Cool to room temperature on a rack, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours.

7. Prepare the Strawberry Sauce:

   • Reserve 1 cup of strawberries. Crush the remaining berries in a saucepan.
   • Add sugar, water, salt, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil, then simmer until thickened.
   • Remove from heat and add butter, lemon juice, and reserved berries. Cool and refrigerate until chilled.

8. Serve:

   • Release the pastry from the sides of the pan and remove.
   • Slice the cheesecake and serve with a spoonful of strawberry sauce.
   • Refrigerate leftovers for later enjoyment.

Indulge in the rich flavors and velvety texture of this Authentic Lindy’s Famous New York Cheesecake, accompanied by a luscious strawberry sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this classic dessert is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.