Lemon Cheesecake Mmm Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Lemon Cheesecake recipe, a crowd-pleaser adapted from a local newspaper! This recipe creates a creamy, tangy cheesecake with a buttery, crumbly crust. The key to success? A perfectly compacted base—you may need extra butter to ensure it holds together beautifully. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful dessert!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 222.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Cheesecake Mmm

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How to Make Lemon Cheesecake Mmm

  1. **Crust:** Preheat oven to 170°C (325°F).
  2. In a food processor, combine 200g digestive biscuits, 75g melted unsalted butter, and 1 tbsp caster sugar until finely crumbed.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a greased 23cm flan dish. Ensure the base is evenly compacted.
  4. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  5. **Filling:** In a mixing bowl, beat 500g cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 100g caster sugar and 2 large eggs, mixing well after each addition. Beat for a further 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  6. Stir in 100ml lemon juice and the zest of 2 lemons.
  7. Pour the filling over the chilled crust.
  8. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before adding the topping.
  9. **Topping:** In a small saucepan, whisk together 2 tbsp cornflour and 50ml water until smooth.
  10. Add 50g caster sugar, a pinch of salt, 50ml lemon juice, and the zest of ½ lemon. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils.
  11. Remove from heat. Temper 1 large egg yolk with a small amount of the hot mixture, then stir it back into the saucepan.
  12. Return to low heat and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  13. Remove from heat and stir in 25g unsalted butter until melted and incorporated.
  14. Allow the topping to cool slightly before carefully spooning it over the cheesecake filling.
  15. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving. Top with whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

47g

Carbs

6g

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