The Best Technique for Classic Cheesecake | Tips for a Light and Creamy Recipe | Kitchen Conundrums

A dense yet not-heavy classic that can't be beat. For a silky-smooth batter, take care to bring the cream cheese, eggs, and sour cream to room temperature before blending. Using a water bath ensures the cake bakes evenly, so the center doesn’t crack. INGREDIENTS: -6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more, room temperature, for pan -15 graham crackers (each 3 by 5 inches), broken into pieces -1⁄3 cup packed dark-brown sugar -1 teaspoon packed finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh juice -1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal) -2 ½ pounds cream cheese (five 8-ounce packages), room temperature -1 1⁄3 cups granulated sugar -5 large eggs, room temperature -1 cup sour cream, room temperature -1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Subscribe for more easy and delicious recipes: http://full.sc/P8YgBt --------------------------------------------------------------- Want more? Sign up to get the Everyday Food video recipe email, served daily. Get recipe emails: http://www.marthastewart.com/edf Want more Martha? Twitter:   / marthastewart   Facebook:   / marthastewart   Pinterest:   / marthastewart   Instagram:   / marthastewart   Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/+MarthaStewar... Sarah Carey is the editor of Everyday Food magazine and her job is to come up with the best ways to make fast, delicious food at home. But she's also a mom to two hungry kids, so the question "What's for dinner?" is never far from her mind -- or theirs, it seems! Her days can get crazy busy (whose don't?), so these videos are all about her favorite fast, fresh meals -- and the tricks she uses to make it all SO much easier.    / everydayfoodvideos   #Cheesecake #Dessert #CookingHacks