Lemon Cheesecake Delight
Indulge in the refreshing delight of our Lemon Cheesecake Delight, a dessert that marries creamy cheesecake with zesty lemon for a perfect finish to any meal. This easy-to-make treat features a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, tangy filling that strikes a beautiful balance between sweet and tart flavors. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, this cheesecake is sure to impress your friends and family. Plus, with the option to prepare it ahead of time, you can enjoy stress-free entertaining. Get ready to create a memorable dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 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). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes; allow to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder until fully combined.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for about 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Serve topped with fresh berries or whipped cream as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg