New York Cheesecake

Preheat oven to 175°C

Grease a 9-inch springform pan

Melt the butter

In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter

Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of the prepared springform pan

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth

Add sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and mix until well combined

Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated

Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan

Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are slightly golden

Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour

Remove from oven and let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours before serving