Description
Lemon Cheesecake is a refreshing dessert that combines creamy richness with zesty citrus flavor, making it a perfect treat for any gathering or a delightful indulgence at home. This cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust that perfectly complements the smooth filling made with cream cheese and fresh lemon zest. Easy to make and visually stunning, Lemon Cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and elevate your dessert table. Whether served plain or adorned with fresh berries, this cheesecake promises to be a crowd-pleaser that you’ll want to whip up time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 lemon – zest only
- 1/2 tsp lemon extract
- 32 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 2 lemons – zest only
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1/2 tsp lemon extract
- 1 lemon – zest only
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 lemons – peel only
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp extra fine sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a springform pan by wrapping the outside in aluminum foil.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Incorporate sour cream, heavy whipping cream, lemon zest, cornstarch, and extracts until fully blended.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for about 85 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating.
- For topping, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; spread over cooled cheesecake before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg