New York–style cheesecake’s typical pale exterior and ultra-dense texture come from a low and slow bake with a water bath.

What if you want to make a cheesecake long before a party? This is how far in advance you can make a cheesecake, from no-bake cheesecake to New York-style.

There's nothing like a real New York Cheesecake, lovingly prepared, baked, and patiently cooled. So dense. So delicious. So ...