Bright, zesty, and creamy, this Lemon Cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. With a buttery biscuit crust, smooth lemon-flavored filling, and an optional tangy topping, it’s a show-stopper that’s easier to make than you might think.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1½ cups (150g) digestive biscuits or graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
For the Lemon Cheesecake Filling:
3 (675g) blocks cream cheese, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 tbsp (8g) all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
½ cup (120g) sour cream
½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Lemon Topping:
½ cup (120ml) lemon juice
¼ cup (50g) sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
