Description
A light and fluffy cheesecake with a hint of citrus, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare your crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the base of a springform pan and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature and beat until smooth.
- Gradually add sugar and then eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in whipped cream, lemon juice, and zest with a gentle hand.
- Pour mixture into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake in a water bath at 325°F for 40-50 minutes until set yet slightly wobbly in the center.
- Let cool at room temperature and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve with fresh fruit or chocolate drizzle.
Notes
Use fresh, natural toppings for added nutritional benefits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, light dessert, fluff dessert, citrus flavor, baked cheesecake