Lemon Cheesecake recipe

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  • Prep Time

    35 mins

  • Cook Time

    35 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 25 mins

  • Servings

    10 slices

  • Calories

    487 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Lemon Cheesecake recipe

Velvety lemon cheesecake is topped with raspberry sauce for a bright flavor combination perfect for spring.

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Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 1/3 cup Graham cracker crumbs (requires about 8-12 crackers)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted

Lemon Cheesecake

  • 24 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice , freshly squeezed
  • 1/3 cup sour cream

Raspberry Sauce

  • 8 oz raspberries , fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest , optional
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Instructions

Make the Cheesecake

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 
  2. Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan with aluminium foil, ensuring that the bottom and sides are covered tightly. Lightly grease the inside with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. To make the crust mix together the graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Then press into the bottom of the pan and place in the freezer. 
  4. In a large bowl beat together the cream cheese and sugar until very soft.
  5. Then beat the eggs in one at a time. Then mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and sour cream with the mixer on low. 
  6. Remove the crust from the freezer and place inside a large roasting pan. Pour the cheesecake batter into the springform pan on top of the crust. Then pour about 1/2 inch of water into the roasting pan. 
  7. Place the whole thing in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes or until the top is no longer shiny and there's a little wobble in the center of the cheesecake. 
  8. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. 

Raspberry Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan combine all the ingredients. Heat over medium-low heat while stirring. 
  2. Allow to gently boil while stirring for 5-10 minutes as it begins to thicken. (If using frozen berries this may take longer). 
  3. Optionally decorate the cheesecake with whipped cream, lemon slices, and lemon zest and serve with raspberry sauce. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 487kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 33g (51%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Cholesterol 150mg (50%) Sodium 374mg (16%) Potassium 187mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 32g (64%) Vitamin A 1240IU (25%) Vitamin C 10.7mg (12%) Calcium 101mg (10%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 487 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 487kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 33g 51%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Cholesterol 150mg 50%
Sodium 374mg 16%
Potassium 187mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 32g 64%
Vitamin A 1240IU 25%
Vitamin C 10.7mg 12%
Calcium 101mg 10%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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