LUSCIOUS LEMON CHEESECAKE

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This creamy cheesecake is heavenly...and convenient for busy farmers like us. When we have company coming, I make it the day before.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

CRUST:
2-2/3 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup cold butter
FILLING:
5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Fresh or frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar and lemon zest; cut in butter until crumbly. Set aside 3/4 cup mixture for topping. Press remaining crumbs onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 10-in. springform pan. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour, lemon zest and vanilla until blended. Add the eggs, yolks and cream; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust; sprinkle with reserved crumbs. , Place pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. Place pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. , Bake at 325° for 65-75 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. If desired, garnish with strawberries. Refrigerate leftovers.

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Lori Spencer
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This cheesecake was amazing! It was the perfect dessert for my dinner party. Everyone loved it.


Jamshedul Islam Maroup
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This cheesecake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Anwara Parvin
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This cheesecake was delicious! I loved the creamy filling and the flaky crust. The lemon flavor was just right.


Sharif Talokder
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This cheesecake was the perfect dessert for my summer party. It was light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor was perfect.


Mohammed Omor farock
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This cheesecake was a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved it.


Demi Hunter
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This cheesecake was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth. The lemon flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


irsh hill
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This cheesecake was amazing! It was the perfect dessert for my birthday party. Everyone loved it.


Gracie Harper
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Abdus Sobur
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This cheesecake was easy to make and it turned out great! The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and smooth. The lemon flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Blessing Law
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I made this cheesecake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes! Everyone loved it.


Tammy Bishyk
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This cheesecake was delicious! The crust was perfect and the filling was creamy and tangy. I loved the fresh lemon flavor. It was the perfect dessert for a summer party.


Predah Aishs
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I loved this cheesecake! It was the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again.


Zehra Rizvi
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This cheesecake was a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


sheikh adeel
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This cheesecake was amazing! The crust was buttery and the filling was creamy and smooth. The lemon flavor was just right, not too tart and not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Usama Jani
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for a potluck or party.


Raylin Noble
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This was my first time making cheesecake and it turned out great! I was worried it would be too difficult, but the recipe was easy to follow. The cheesecake was creamy and delicious.


Faith Cyprien
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This cheesecake was a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the perfect balance of sweet and sour.


Ziagujjar 467
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This cheesecake was delicious! The crust was perfectly graham crackery and the filling was creamy and lemony. I loved the pop of flavor from the lemon zest. It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Bunene Portia
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfect. The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and smooth. The lemon flavor was just right, not too tart and not too sweet.


Akhter Zaman
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This lemon cheesecake was a delight! The crust was buttery and flaky, and the filling was creamy and tangy. I loved the fresh lemon flavor. It was the perfect dessert for a summer party.


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