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Lemon Cheesecake
Tangy lemon brightens creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust. A classic dessert with vibrant citrus flavor.
★★★★☆
(59 reviews on Sugar Spun Run)
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Prep time35 min
Bake time45 min
Total time500 min
Makes12
Ingredients
1
½ cup lemon juice (fresh-squeezed is best! )
2
3 large egg yolks (discard egg whites or save for meringues)
3
¼ cup granulated sugar
4
¼ teaspoon table salt
5
4 Tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into 4 pieces )
6
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
7
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
8
1 Tablespoon light brown sugar (firmly packed)
9
5 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
10
24 oz cream cheese (softened (use brick-style, full-fat cream cheese) )
11
¾ cup granulated sugar
12
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
13
½ batch homemade whipped cream (for topping (optional))
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