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Cherry Lemon Cheesecake

A creamy and tangy cheesecake with a sweet cherry topping and a hint of lemon zest.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  4. Pour filling over the crust and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set.
  5. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before topping with cherry pie filling and serving.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Trusted Blog