LEMON BALM CHEESE CAKE

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I love using fresh herbs and lemon balm is one of my favorites. It has a nice lemony fragrance and it tastes wonderful either as a tea or as an ingredient, pare it with fresh lemons and you are in lemon heaven! My 9 year old grandson loves this recipe and requests it often.

Provided by Dana Ramsey

Categories     Pies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 c graham cracker pie crust
1/4 c finely chopped pecans
1/4 c melted butter
2 pkg cream cheese, soften
1/4 c sour cream
1/2 c sugar
2 eggs lightly beaten
1 tsp finely chopped fresh lemon balm
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 lemon, juice and rind

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl combine the first 3 ingredients and press into a pie pan, set aside.
  • 2. In a large bowl, I used my stand-up mixer, beat the cream cheese, sugar and sour cream until nice and smooth. Add the eggs and beat on low speed just until combined then add the vanilla, lemon balm, and the juice and rind of 1 lemon.
  • 3. Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack. Top with fresh strawberries and lemon sauce. See the attached recipe for my lemon sauce recipe. Enjoy!
  • 4. Link to Lemon Sauce Recipe: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/dessert-cake/lemon-balm-cake-with-lemon-sauce.html

Teofilo Aviles
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This cheesecake was a bit of a disappointment. The lemon balm flavor was too strong and the cheesecake was too dense. I would not recommend this recipe.


saba queen
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Ijaz Sukhera
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This cheesecake was amazing! The lemon balm flavor was perfect and the cheesecake was so creamy. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Hubaib Khan
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The cheesecake was a bit dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would have preferred it with a lighter crust.


Franciscar Munyoki
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This cheesecake was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less lemon balm.


ziya ansari
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I love lemon balm and was excited to try this cheesecake. It did not disappoint! The lemon balm flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the cheesecake was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Nikki Pugh
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The lemon balm gave it a nice twist. I will definitely be making this again.


Christopher C Thirkill
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


RX Hasebul.
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This cheesecake was absolutely divine! The lemon balm added a subtle yet refreshing flavor that perfectly complemented the creamy cheese filling. The crust was also perfectly graham cracker-y. I will definitely be making this again!