Easy Luscious Lemon Cheesecake – Your New Favorite Dessert Delight
This Easy Luscious Lemon Cheesecake is the perfect blend of creamy and citrusy goodness, ideal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar, followed by the eggs one at a time.
- Add sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest and mix until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 50 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Let cool and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- Serve with fresh berries on top for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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