New York-Style Sour Cream Cheesecake

For generations of New Yorkers, Lindy’s cheesecake was and is the quintessence of the genre. The real thing is made with a pastry crust and heavy cream, not sour cream.

This cheesecake is a variation on Lindy’s original. The flavor is mellow, with a lemony edge. It bakes up perfectly—no cracks, the palest gold edges. It’s both substantial and creamy—a delicate balancing act.