Nora Ephron's Cheesecake Recipe

Recreate the iconic cheesecake recipe from Nora Ephron's *Heartburn*! This creamy, dreamy dessert, originally found on a Philadelphia Cream Cheese package, is sure to impress. Get ready for a taste of literary history—and pure cheesecake bliss.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 586.7 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nora Ephron's Cheesecake

  • 1 prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar + 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for sour cream topping)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream

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How to Make Nora Ephron's Cheesecake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, beat 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until combined.
  4. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Pour batter into a prepared graham cracker crust (9-inch).
  6. Bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream with 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Mix until smooth.
  9. Gently spread the sour cream mixture over the top of the cheesecake.
  10. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

209g

Fat

85g

Carbs

20g