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Lemon Cheesecake

Sweet Family Meals
Are you craving a refreshing and creamy dessert with the perfect balance of sweetness and citrus flavor? This delightful Lemon Cheesecake recipe combines a tangy homemade lemon cream with smooth cheese filling and a buttery cracker crust, creating an unforgettable dessert experience. Easy to prepare yet sophisticated in taste, it’s an ideal treat for gatherings, special occasions, or simply indulging yourself.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert
Cuisine American, European
Servings 12 slices
Calories 701 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Cream

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 whole egg
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cut into pieces

For the Crust

  • 3 ½ cups crushed crackers like graham crackers or tea biscuits
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted

For the Cheese Cream Filling

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 cups cream cheese about 2 lbs
  • Juice of ½ a lemon about 1 tablespoon
  • ½ of the prepared lemon cream
  • 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 packet whip cream stabilizer or substitute with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar if unavailable

Instructions
 

Step 1: Make the Lemon Cream

  • In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and whole egg until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and continue whisking until fully combined. Add grated lemon peel and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens into a smooth cream. Remove from heat, add cold butter, and stir until melted and incorporated. Transfer the lemon cream to a jar and refrigerate until set.

Step 2: Prepare the Crust

  • Crush the crackers in a food processor until they turn into fine crumbs. In a bowl, mix the crumbs with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a baking pan to form an even crust. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely before refrigerating.

Step 3: Make the Cheese Filling

  • In a bowl, rub grated lemon peel into the sugar using your fingers to release the oils. Add the cream cheese and mix until smooth and creamy. Stir in lemon juice and half of the prepared lemon cream. In a separate bowl, whip the cream with the stabilizer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheese mixture until fully combined.

Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecake

  • Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Before serving, top with extra lemon zest or a thin layer of the remaining lemon cream for a burst of flavor and a beautiful finish. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

Notes

*Nutrition info is a rough estimate based on the ingredients. Note that values may vary from case to case.
 
*As with all recipes, there is a number of ways you can get things done. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.
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