Lemon Cheesecake Pie
Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic games.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup Butter, melted
- 2 package Cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- optional for garnish Lemon slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Pour the filling into the crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 2 hours.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled with whipped cream and garnish with lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.