LEMON MOUSSE CHEESECAKE

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From Calgary, Alberta, Cathy Chan assures, "This is the perfect dessert for a special intimate dinner. Just add candlelight and music."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup crushed chocolate wafers (about 8 wafers)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine chocolate wafers and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 6-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and flour; beat well. Add egg; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the lemon juice, peel and vanilla just until mixed. Pour over crust. , Return pan to baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 33g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

MD Soton
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I had some trouble getting the mousse to set properly, but other than that this cheesecake was delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Bom Bom
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This cheesecake is a bit too tart for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for people who like lemon desserts.


Ahmed_kharfoosh
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The lemon mousse is light and fluffy, and the cheesecake filling is creamy and tangy. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Milon Miha
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This cheesecake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe when I need a quick and easy dessert.


MIRANDA STUCKEY
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I made this cheesecake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy filling and the tangy lemon mousse.


jason coffey
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I love the combination of lemon and cream cheese in this cheesecake. It's a classic flavor combination that never gets old.


sssniperwol f
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion.


Kora Phillips
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but I'm so glad I did! The cheesecake was amazing! The lemon flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the mousse was light and fluffy.


Rehman Laghari
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This is my new favorite cheesecake recipe! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the crust is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.


Noel Hogan
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I've made this cheesecake twice now and it's always been a success. The crust is buttery and flavorful, and the filling is smooth and creamy. I love the pop of lemon flavor from the mousse.


Sajimahmed Sajimahmed
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This cheesecake was a hit at my last dinner party! The lemon mousse was light and fluffy, and the cheesecake filling was creamy and tangy. I loved that the recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any special equipment.