PASSOVER LEMON CHEESECAKE WITH ALMOND CRUST
This cheesecake has a delicious nutty and crisp crust with a light but creamy citrusy filling. Recipe is from Gourmet (April 2008). Cheesecake can be made 2 days ahead and chilled, loosely covered. You can garnish with berries or julienned lemon zest. The cake needs to cool 2-3 hours before serving. If you don't have matzo cake meal, grind regular matzo meal (or even matzos) to a finer consistency in a food processor or blender.
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Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make crust: Preheat oven to 350F with rack in middle. Pulse almonds, sugar, matzo cake meal, and salt in a food processor until finely ground. Transfer to a bowl and stir in butter until combined well. Press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of springform pan. Bake until crust is firm and a shade darker, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool crust completely in pan on a rack.
- Make filling and bake cheesecake: Reduce oven temperature to 300°F Beat together cream cheese and sugar in a bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce speed to low and add eggs 1 at a time, mixing until incorporated. Mix in zest and vanilla.
- Put springform pan in a shallow baking pan and pour filling into cooled crust. Bake until filling is set 1 1/2 inches from edge but center is wobbly, 45 to 50 minutes (filling will continue to set as it cools). Transfer cake in pan to a rack and immediately run a knife around edge, then remove side of pan. Cool completely, 2 to 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.2, Fat 39.9, SaturatedFat 21.7, Cholesterol 162.7, Sodium 284.9, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 29.2, Protein 9.5
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Muhammad Afzaal
[email protected]This cheesecake is the perfect ending to a Passover meal. It's light, fluffy, and has a wonderful lemon flavor. The almond crust adds a nice touch of crunch. I will definitely be making this again!
Unaia Balekinasiga
[email protected]I'm not a fan of Passover desserts in general, but this cheesecake is an exception! It's light, refreshing, and has just the right amount of sweetness. I highly recommend it!
ese emma
[email protected]This cheesecake is a great way to use up leftover matzo meal. The crust is crispy and flavorful, and the cheesecake filling is smooth and creamy. I added a few fresh berries on top for a pop of color and flavor.
Chinelle Cloete
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a hit! It's the perfect dessert for potlucks and holiday gatherings. I usually double the recipe to make sure there's enough for everyone.
diana chepp
[email protected]This is the easiest Passover cheesecake recipe I've ever tried! It came together quickly and without any fuss. The end result was a delicious and creamy cheesecake that everyone loved.
Mustapha Opeyemi Alabi
[email protected]A bit too tangy for my taste, but overall a solid Passover cheesecake. The crust held together well and the filling was creamy and smooth. I might try adding a bit less lemon juice next time.
Tahir Jani
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this cheesecake changed my mind! The combination of the tangy lemon filling and the nutty almond crust is simply divine. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, not just Passover.
Mahmud Samchu Mollah
[email protected]Followed the recipe to a T and the cheesecake turned out amazing! The almond crust was a bit crumbly, but that didn't affect the overall taste. The cheesecake filling was smooth and creamy, and the lemon flavor was spot on. Definitely making this aga
Alexis Delfina
[email protected]Not a fan of traditional Passover desserts? Give this lemon cheesecake a try! It's light, refreshing, and has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Even my kids loved it!
Shivram Gupta
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I was skeptical about using almond flour in the crust, but it turned out crispy and flavorful. The cheesecake filling is creamy and perfectly balanced with the right amount of sweetness and tang. Highly recommend!
Dgf Fty
[email protected]I've tried many Passover cheesecakes before, but this one takes the cake! The lemon flavor is bright and refreshing, cutting through the richness of the cheesecake. The almond crust is a nice touch as well.
X erfan Mehedi
[email protected]OMG! This Passover lemon cheesecake is a game-changer! The almond crust adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the smooth and tangy cheesecake filling perfectly. My family devoured every bite!