Easter Cheesecake

Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic games in 776 BC.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Easter Cheesecake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3040

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Butter, melted
• 2 package Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 cup Strawberries, sliced
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
5. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly browned.
6. Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
7. Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cheesecake.
8. Remove the sides of the springform pan and let the cheesecake cool completely.
9. Top with sliced strawberries and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24g37%

Total Carbohydrate 36g12%

Sugars 28g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.