Description
Luscious Lemon Cheesecake dazzles with creamy richness and zesty citrus notes, promising a sublime dessert experience. Silky smooth texture and balanced sweetness invite indulgence, making this classic treat perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cream cheese
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 lemon zest
Garnish Ingredients:
- Whipped cream
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325F (160C) and create a golden, buttery foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough blending after each addition to maintain a smooth texture.
- Infuse the mixture with bright citrus notes by gently stirring in fresh lemon juice and fragrant zest until evenly distributed.
- Carefully transfer the velvety cream cheese mixture onto the prepared crust, using a spatula to create an impeccably even surface.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the cheesecake to set with a delicate, slightly jiggly center.
- Remove from oven and permit complete cooling at room temperature to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to enhance flavor and achieve optimal firmness.
- Before serving, embellish with billowy whipped cream and delicate lemon slice garnishes to elevate the dessert’s visual appeal and refreshing taste.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter that blends perfectly without overbeating.
- Wrap the springform pan’s exterior with aluminum foil to prevent water seepage during the baking process, creating a more stable cheesecake.
- Gently run a knife around the pan’s edge after baking to prevent cracking and help the cheesecake release cleanly from the sides.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 337 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg