Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Lemon Cheesecake, a perfect harmony of creamy and zesty flavors that will elevate any gathering. This cheesecake features a smooth and rich filling infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, topped with a luscious layer of tangy lemon curd. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-follow recipe promises to impress your guests. It’s versatile enough for any season, making it the ideal dessert for summer barbecues or winter holidays. With straightforward steps and essential ingredients, you’ll have this crowd-pleaser ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened (4 x 8-ounce packages)
- 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 the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Pour filling into crust; bake in a water bath for 1 hour and 30 minutes at 300°F (149°C). Let cool in the oven.
- Refrigerate overnight before topping with warmed lemon curd.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg