How To Make Lemon Cheesecake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
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In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to form the crust.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
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Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, eggs, sour cream, and flour to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until everything is fully incorporated and smooth.
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Pour the mixture over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
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Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour.
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Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
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To serve, run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cheesecake. Remove the springform pan sides. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 560kcal
- Total Fat : 35g
- Saturated Fat : 20g
- Cholesterol : 225mg
- Sodium : 460mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 53g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 36g
- Protein : 10g
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