Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of our Lemon Cheesecake Delight, a must-try dessert that perfectly balances creamy richness with zesty lemon flavor. This delightful cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth filling made from fresh lemons, cream cheese, and sour cream. Whether served plain or garnished with vibrant berries and whipped cream, it’s the ideal treat for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy family dinner. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Dive into this luscious dessert that promises to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into a springform pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes; cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth; mix in eggs one at a time.
- Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and baking powder until combined.
- Pour filling over cooled crust; bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
- Let cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg