Ultimate Creamy Lemon Cheesecake: The Best Recipe for Home Chefs
Indulge in this rich and creamy lemon cheesecake that combines a buttery crust with a tangy lemon filling, perfect for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, followed by eggs, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the center is set. Let cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, use additional lemon zest.
- Let the cheesecake come to room temperature before slicing for easier cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ultimate Creamy Lemon Cheesecake