Lemon Cheesecake Delight
Indulge in the refreshing delight of our Lemon Cheesecake Delight Recipe, a must-try dessert that beautifully harmonizes creamy cheesecake with zesty lemon. This elegant treat features a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth filling, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ideal for any occasion—be it a family gathering or an everyday indulgence—this cheesecake is not only delicious but also visually stunning when topped with fresh berries and whipped cream. Treat yourself to this easy-to-make dessert that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl; press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla, eggs one at a time, sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and baking powder until well blended.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for about 50–60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center; cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Serve chilled topped with fresh berries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg