Description
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of this luscious lemon cheesecake. Creamy and zesty, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping (optional):
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- Whipped cream and lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press into a springform pan.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Pour over crust.
- Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes until set. Let cool in the oven, then refrigerate.
- Add Topping: Spread lemon curd on top before serving, garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices.
Notes
- To prevent cracks, avoid overmixing and opening the oven while baking.
- For a smoother texture, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
