Annie Mae's Lemony Cheese Cake Recipe

Name: Annie Mae's Lemony Cheese Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages gelatin, unflavored; 1/2 cup water cold; 3 large eggs eparated; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup milk; 1 dash salt; 2 teaspoons lemon zest grated; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 cups cottage cheese; 1 cup cream; 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup butter melted; 2 each egg yolks; 3/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon lemon zest grated; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

2 packages gelatin, unflavored
1/2 cup water cold
3 large eggs eparated
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 dash salt
2 teaspoons lemon zest grated
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cups cottage cheese
1 cup cream
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter melted
2 each egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon lemon zest grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons water

1
Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and allow to stand until softened.
2
Combine egg yolks, sugar, milk, and salt in top half of a double boiler and cook over shimmering water, stirring frequently until custard thickens and coats the spoon.
3
Place lemon rind, lemon juice, and cottage cheese in container of electric blender and blend until smooth.
4
Combine with cooled custard and blend well.
5
Chill until mixture begins to thicken.
6
Beat egg whites and cream separately until stiff; fold into cottage cheese mixture.
7
Pour into 2 Graham Cracker Crusts and chill until firm.
8
Spread with lemon custard topping before serving.

1795

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages gelatin, unflavored, 1/2 cup water cold, 3 large eggs eparated, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Annie Mae's Lemony Cheese Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Annie Mae's Lemony Cheese Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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