Description
Lemon Cheesecake Delight is a refreshing and creamy dessert that perfectly captures the essence of bright citrus. This delightful cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust that pairs harmoniously with a smooth filling made from cream cheese, fresh lemon juice, and zest. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy night at home, this dessert is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet cravings. With its simple preparation and versatile serving options, you can easily elevate this cheesecake by adding fresh berries or whipped cream on top. Enjoy this delicious treat that brings joy to every celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool.
- For the filling, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and baking powder until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for about 50 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool gradually in the oven with the door ajar before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled with toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg