Lemon Cheesecake Delight
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Lemon Cheesecake Delight, a creamy dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. This delightful cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust that cradles a velvety filling made with fresh lemon juice and cream cheese. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-make dessert will impress family and friends alike. With the option to customize toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream, each slice is not only delicious but also visually stunning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, eggs (one at a time), sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and baking powder; mix until combined.
- Pour filling into cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Serve garnished with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (124g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg