Ultimate Creamy Lemon Cheesecake: A Delightfully Indulgent Treat
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of this Ultimate Creamy Lemon Cheesecake. A perfect dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating for the best texture.
- Top with whipped cream or lemon slices for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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