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Easy Lemon Cheesecake

Perfect Lemon Cheesecake Recipe Guide for Beginners

Perfect Lemon Cheesecake Recipe – creamy, zesty, and easy dessert guide for beginners. Make a delicious cheesecake in simple steps today!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups 200g graham cracker crumbs (substitute: digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers)
  • ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, melted (substitute: coconut oil for a dairy-free option)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt

For the Lemon Cheesecake Filling:

  • 24 oz 680g full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup 120g powdered sugar, sifted (substitute: monk fruit sweetener for lower sugar)
  • 1 cup 240ml heavy whipping cream, cold
  • Zest of 2 large lemons approximately 2 tablespoons
  • ⅓ cup 80ml fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin powder + 2 tablespoons cold water

For Garnish 

  • Thin lemon slices or twists
  • Fresh berries blueberries or raspberries pair beautifully
  • Lightly sweetened whipped cream
  • Fresh mint leaves

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