Description
A delightfully creamy dessert bursting with zesty flavor and a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter, melted
- 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar
- 16 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 0.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 Lemon Zest
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well-coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan for the crust.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Allow it to cool before adding the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the sugar and mix until combined.
- Add the sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door. Allow the cheesecake to cool for about an hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Top with additional lemon zest or fresh fruit before serving.
Notes
For a perfectly smooth cheesecake, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. Consider adding a dollop of whipped cream on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg