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Lemon Cheesecake

A tangy and creamy lemon cheesecake that's perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Melted butter

Filling

  • 24 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Pour filling over crust in the springform pan.
  6. Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cheesecake, Lemon
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