Lemon Curd Cheesecake

Lemon Curd Cheesecake
45 min.
12
407kcal
100%sweetness
31.85%saltiness
58.76%sourness
34.26%bitterness
5.91%savoriness
80.69%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This Lemon Curd Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that's perfect for any occasion. With a creamy, tangy lemon curd and a crisp digestive biscuit base, it's a true delight for the senses. The combination of sweet and tart flavors creates a delicious contrast that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This cheesecake is a show-stopper and will impress your family and friends. It's a perfect dessert to serve at your next dinner party or special occasion. The homemade lemon curd adds a special touch and elevates this cheesecake to a whole new level. You can also use store-bought lemon curd if you're short on time. The decoration with whipped cream and lemon curd on top makes it look elegant and inviting. This cheesecake is not only delicious but also has a beautiful presentation. It's a dessert that everyone will love and ask for more. The recipe is easy to follow, and you'll be able to create a stunning dessert that will be the star of your table. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, this Lemon Curd Cheesecake is a must-try! So, why not give it a go and impress your loved ones with your baking skills? It's sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 380 grams cream cheese 
  • 160 grams digestive biscuits crumbs 
  •  egg yolk lightly beaten
  • 15 grams gelatin powder (dissolve in 50ml water)
  • cup lemon curd homemade store bought ( or , see below)
  • tablespoon juice of lemon for stronger lemony taste
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 250 mls whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • pot
  • double boiler
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Mix the biscuit crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press crumb mixture onto a lose bottom springform pan and keep in the fridge.To make lemon curd: At the top of a double boiler, combine all the lemon curd ingredients over gently simmering water. Cook until thickened and coats back of a spoon.
  2. Remove from the heat and let it completely cool down.To make the filling, measure water into a bowl with the gelatin powder. Set aside to allow the gelatin grains to swell then let the bowl sit over a pot of simmering hot water. Stir with a spoon until the gelatin melts, let it cool down before use.In another large bowl with electric mixer on medium-high, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy, gradually beat in sugar then beat in zest and juice follow by lemon curd. (Reserve 1/2 cup of the lemon curd for the toppings)Whip the whipping cream until thinkened and sit aside first.
  3. Add the dissolved gelatin into the cream cheese mixture and mix until well combine. Fold in the whipped cream with spatula.
  4. Pour the mixture into crust and chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or until it set.Decorate the cheesecake with some whipped cream at the edge along thef cheesecake and apread over some left over lemon curd on top of the cheesecake.To serve, cut out the cheesecake with a hot knife. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories407kcal
Protein5.14%
Fat60.24%
Carbs34.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.09
Glycemic Load
8.23
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.8821739130435%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.43mg
Hesperetin
1.27mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
31.85%
Sourness:
58.76%
Bitterness:
34.26%
Savoriness:
5.91%
Fattiness:
80.69%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:406.66kcal
20.33%
Fat:27.74g
42.68%
Saturated Fat:16.29g
101.81%
Carbohydrates:35.87g
11.96%
Net Carbohydrates:35.3g
12.84%
Sugar:27.75g
30.84%
Cholesterol:86.92mg
28.97%
Sodium:234.56mg
10.2%
Protein:5.33g
10.66%
Vitamin A:930.96IU
18.62%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.09%
Selenium:5.67µg
8.11%
Phosphorus:79.48mg
7.95%
Calcium:60.42mg
6.04%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.88%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.74%
Folate:20.41µg
5.1%
Vitamin C:4.16mg
5.04%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.73%
Vitamin K:3.74µg
3.56%
Iron:0.63mg
3.51%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.5%
Vitamin D:0.52µg
3.48%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.24%
Copper:0.06mg
3.13%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.82%
Potassium:97.93mg
2.8%
Magnesium:10.74mg
2.69%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.57%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.41%
Fiber:0.57g
2.28%
Source:Foodista