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Lemon Curd Cheesecake

Zesty Lemon Curd Cheesecake that Dazzles Your Taste Buds

This Lemon Curd Cheesecake blends creamy richness with zesty lemon, creating a delightful dessert that's easy to make.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Alternatively, use vanilla cookie crumbs
  • 0.5 cups Butter Melted
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat block cream cheese
  • 0.5 cups Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 0.25 cups Cornstarch Adjust as needed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can swap for lemon extract
For the Lemon Curd Topping
  • 0.5 cups Sugar Adjust based on preference
  • 0.5 cups Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 cups Butter For smooth texture

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until it resembles wet sand and press into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
  3. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and cornstarch. Incorporate lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time on low speed.
  4. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 200°F and bake for 50-55 minutes.
  5. Cool the cheesecake in the oven for 30 minutes, then let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 6 hours.
  6. In a saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until smooth. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in butter until smooth and cool.
  7. Spread lemon curd over the cheesecake and garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices if desired. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill overnight. Use full-fat cream cheese for a creamy texture.

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