Lemon Dream Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Lemon Dream Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup sugar; Filling; 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon lemon extract; 5 eggs, lightly beaten

Servings: persons

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
Filling
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon lemon extract
5 eggs, lightly beaten

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Grease 10 inch springform pan and wrap foil on bottom.
3
In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar.
4
Press onto bottom and 2 inches up sides of pan.
5
Place pan on a baking sheet.
6
Bake for 10 minutes.
7
Cool on wire rack.
8
In large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
9
Beat in cream, juice, flour, zest, extracts, and food coloring if desired.
10
Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined.
11
Pour into crust.
12
Return pan to baking sheet.
13
Bake for 55 to 65 minutes OR until center is almost set.
14
Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
15
Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour. Leave sides on pan until serving.
16
Refrigerate overnight.
17
Remove sides of pan.

1228

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 1/4 cup sugar, Filling, and more.

Yes, Lemon Dream Cheesecake 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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Lemon Dream Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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