Lemon Curd Cheesecake

Lemon Curd Cheesecake
245 min.
16
305kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and zesty lemon with this exquisite Lemon Curd Cheesecake. Perfectly balanced, this dessert is a showstopper for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or a cozy family dinner. With its rich, velvety texture and a refreshing citrus kick, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

The buttery crust made from finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies provides a sweet and crunchy contrast to the smooth filling, while the addition of lemon curd and grated lemon peel infuses each bite with a burst of bright flavor. This recipe is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, especially when garnished with fresh raspberries that add a pop of color and a hint of tartness.

With a preparation time of just over four hours, including chilling, this cheesecake is surprisingly easy to make. The steps are straightforward, allowing even novice bakers to create a stunning dessert that looks and tastes like it came from a gourmet bakery. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Your Lemon Curd Cheesecake awaits!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 24 ounces cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup lemon curd 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 cups vanilla wafers crushed finely (40 cookies)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325ºF.
  2. Mix cookie crumbs, 1 teaspoon of the lemon peel and the butter. Press evenly in bottom and up side of springform pan, 9x3 inches.
  3. Beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Gradually beat in sugar, lemon curd and remaining 1 teaspoon lemon peel until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
  4. Pour over crust.
  5. Bake 55 to 65 minutes or until center is set; cool 30 minutes. Run metal spatula along side of cheesecake to loosen. Refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours.
  6. Remove side of pan.
  7. Garnish with raspberries.

Nutrition Facts

Calories305kcal
Protein5.65%
Fat61.15%
Carbs33.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.88
Glycemic Load
12.87
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.3717391659384%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:305.48kcal
15.27%
Fat:21.07g
32.41%
Saturated Fat:10.65g
66.58%
Carbohydrates:25.74g
8.58%
Net Carbohydrates:25.55g
9.29%
Sugar:20.61g
22.9%
Cholesterol:73.74mg
24.58%
Sodium:252.03mg
10.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.38g
8.76%
Vitamin A:742.65IU
14.85%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.56%
Selenium:6.25µg
8.93%
Phosphorus:67.01mg
6.7%
Calcium:47.36mg
4.74%
Folate:16.85µg
4.21%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.79%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.75%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.73%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.84%
Potassium:78.26mg
2.24%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.14%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.93%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.57%
Magnesium:4.96mg
1.24%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.1%
Iron:0.2mg
1.1%