Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of our Lemon Cheesecake, a perfect blend of creamy richness and zesty citrus flavor. This dessert features a smooth cream cheese filling accented by fresh lemon juice and zest, topped with velvety lemon curd that elevates each slice. Ideal for any gathering—be it a birthday celebration, holiday feast, or casual family dinner—this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping treat that will leave everyone wanting more!
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 (store-bought or homemade)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom and sides of a springform pan; chill.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth in a stand mixer. Gradually add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla, lemon juice, and zest.
- Pour the filling into the crust and bake in a water bath at 300°F (149°C) for 90 minutes.
- Turn off the oven and let cool inside for an hour before refrigerating overnight.
- Spread warmed lemon curd over chilled cheesecake before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 397
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 104mg