Better Than New York Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients for Better Than New York Cheesecake

• 1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 16 ounces (two 8-ounce packages) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

How to Make Better Than New York Cheesecake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Unroll one (8 ounce) can of refrigerated crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x12 inch glass baking dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces (two 8-ounce packages) of cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
4. Add 1 cup of sour cream and beat until well combined.
5. Add 3 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until completely smooth and creamy.
7. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the flattened crescent roll dough.
8. Sprinkle the top lightly with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
9. Bake for 40 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
10. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for 25 minutes with the door slightly ajar.
11. Remove from oven and let cool completely before serving. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours for best results.