Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of this Lemon Cheesecake, a perfect harmony of creamy texture and zesty flavor. Each slice offers a refreshing burst of citrus, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion—from birthdays to holiday gatherings. With a smooth cream cheese filling complemented by a crunchy graham cracker crust and topped with tangy lemon curd, this cheesecake is not only easy to make but also visually stunning. Impress your guests with this simple yet sophisticated dessert that’s bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 10 ounces lemon curd (for topping)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese in a mixer until smooth; gradually add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla, lemon juice, and zest.
- Pour batter into the crust; wrap the pan tightly in foil.
- Place in a water bath and bake at 300°F (149°C) for about 90 minutes or until set with a slight jiggle.
- Cool in the oven with door ajar for one hour; then chill for at least eight hours.
- Top with warmed lemon curd and serve with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 275mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg