Description
Creamy Lemon Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that harmoniously balances tangy lemon flavor with rich, creamy goodness. This irresistible cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust and is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy family night. With its light texture and refreshing taste, this cheesecake will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 large fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar in a bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar until creamy.
- Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until just incorporated.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for an hour to prevent cracks.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 212mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg