Lemon Cheesecake with Strawberry and Basil Topping

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: 10.

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Lemon Cheesecake with Strawberry and Basil Topping

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, 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: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Digestive Biscuits
• 100 gram Butter
• 500 gram Cream Cheese
• 150 gram Granulated Sugar
• 3 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
• 3 unit Eggs
• 200 gram Strawberries
• 10 gram Basil Leaves
• 50 gram Powdered Sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs. Melt the butter and mix it with the biscuit crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the biscuit base in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. In a small saucepan, heat the strawberries and basil leaves over medium heat until the strawberries release their juices. Remove from heat and let it cool.
6. Once the cheesecake has cooled, remove the springform pan and transfer the cheesecake to a serving plate. Spoon the strawberry and basil mixture over the top of the cheesecake.
7. Dust the cheesecake with powdered sugar and garnish with additional basil leaves, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
8. Enjoy your delicious Lemon Cheesecake with Strawberry and Basil Topping!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

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.