FAVORITE LEMON CHEESECAKE DESSERT

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Everyone will know spring is here when you serve these yummy, yellow cheesecake squares. Cool and refreshing, this dessert cuts easily and keeps for several days in the refrigerator. -Patty Auxier, Royalton, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings (2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1 teaspoon lemon extract
5 eggs, lightly beaten
LEMON SAUCE:
1 package (2.9 ounces) cook-and-serve lemon pudding mix
1/4 cup sugar
2-1/2 cups cold water

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add dry gelatin and lemon extract; beat 3 minutes longer. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. , Bake at 325° for 30-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , In a small saucepan, combine pudding mix and sugar. Gradually stir in water. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened. Transfer to a bowl. Cover surface with waxed paper; refrigerate until chilled. Serve with dessert.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 191mg cholesterol, Sodium 442mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Suraj Dilhara
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


SHAHEEN AKHTAR
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This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for a summer party.


Kojo Affadzi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good lemon cheesecake recipe for ages.


Turki Mia
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This cheesecake is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Mr. Nahal Islam
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I love that this recipe uses fresh lemons. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the cheesecake.


Daphne Bacher
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This cheesecake is delicious, but it's very rich. I would recommend serving it in small slices.


kawagga Moses
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as creamy as I expected. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Robert Montes
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The crust was a bit too crumbly for my liking. I think I would try a different recipe for the crust next time.


Sharmake Muxumed
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This cheesecake is a bit too tangy for my taste. I would have preferred a sweeter filling.


Karan Shahi
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I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but this cheesecake was surprisingly good. The lemon flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Gordon Tribby
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I've made this cheesecake several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet.


Kj Khfh Hjgf
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Yusuf Ibrahim
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Jennifer Boakye Mensah
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor is divine. I'll definitely be making this again.


Faith Rivera
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I made this cheesecake for my family last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got rave reviews. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!


Sidra Imran
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OMG, this cheesecake is amazing! I've never had anything like it before. The lemon flavor is so refreshing, and the texture is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


shelby phillips
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This cheesecake is a real winner! It's creamy, tangy, and perfectly sweet. I love that it's not too dense, and the lemon flavor is just right. I'll definitely be making this again!