Mamas Lemon Wedge Cheesecake
Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic games.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Mamas Lemon Wedge Cheesecake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
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In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to form the crust.
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In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake for 40 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
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Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 5 minutes. Then, remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
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Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with fresh lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
- Sugars 24g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
