Pacific Northwest Sour Cream and Citrus Cheesecake

Name: Pacific Northwest Sour Cream and Citrus Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs; 3 tbsp. melted butter; 2 tsp. sugar; 1 lb. cream cheese; 1-1/3 cup sugar; 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 lime, zest of; 1 orange, zest of; 5 room temperature eggs; 2 cups sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Grease cylindrical pan with butter or shortening.
2
Preheat oven to 375F.
3
Crust: Melt butter in glass bowl.
4
Mix in graham cracker crumbs and sugar.
5
Press into pan, using bottom of drinking glass to smooth and pack.
6
Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 350F.
7
Filling: Mix sugar and cream cheese until totally smooth and blended.
8
Add lemon, lime and orange zests; mix well.
9
Add vanilla extract, and eggs, one at a time, until blended well.
10
Add sour cream and mix.
11
Pour filling on top of crust and place dish inside larger ovenproof dish.
12
Fill outer dish with hot tap water until at least halfway up inner dish.
13
(This water bath will ensure that this cheesecake is smooth.)
14
Bake for 1 hour at 350F.
15
The water in water bath will be very hot, so it is best to remove some with a turkey baster before trying to remove from oven.
16
Remove cheesecake pan from water bath pan; let stand until entire cake is room temperature.
17
Put in refrigerator for at least 3 hours before serving.

1176

kcal

Calories

Fat

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, 3 tbsp. melted butter, 2 tsp. sugar, 1 lb. cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Pacific Northwest Sour Cream and Citrus 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!