Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of our Lemon Cheesecake Delight Recipe, a must-try dessert that perfectly balances creamy richness with zesty lemon flavor. This delightful cheesecake features a smooth filling made with fresh lemon juice and zest, enveloped in a buttery graham cracker crust. Ideal for any occasion—from dinner parties to cozy nights at home—this dessert will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With its charming presentation and versatile serving options, you can easily dress it up with fresh berries or enjoy it plain. Experience the joy of making this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees delicious results every time!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until wet sand texture forms. Press into the base of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and baking powder; mix until smooth.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for about 50 minutes or until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool gradually in the oven before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg