LEMON CHEESECAKE WITH HAZELNUT CRUST
Categories Cake Egg Dessert Bake Kid-Friendly Cream Cheese Lemon Spring Hazelnut Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 8 to 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make crust:
- Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Finely grind nuts, cracker crumbs and powdered sugar in processor.Add butter; blend using on/off turns until crumbs are moist. Press crumbs onto bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Chill while making filling.
- Make filling:
- Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese in large bowl until fluffy. Slowly add sugar; beat until smooth. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating 30 seconds after each. Mix in lemon juice and peel.
- Pour filling into crust. Bake cake until outer 2-inch portion of top is set and center looks slightly glossy and is barely set, about 45 minutes. Transfer to rack cool to room temperature. Cover; chill overnight.
- Run knife around sides of pan to loosen. Release pan sides. Place cake on plate. Top with lemon and mint, if desired.
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Dahaur Thakur
[email protected]This cheesecake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would prefer a cheesecake with a lighter, fluffier texture.
Bk Lass
[email protected]I love this cheesecake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it for friends and family, and everyone loves it. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Haneef Haneef
[email protected]This cheesecake is heavenly! The crust is buttery and flavorful, and the filling is light and fluffy. The lemon flavor is perfectly balanced, and the cheesecake is not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Kgomotso Mabe
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this one was pretty good. The crust was nice and crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. I would definitely make it again.
Drawing Pete
[email protected]This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Redha Bouhali
[email protected]This cheesecake was a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think it would be perfect with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey.
Kevin Gilliard
[email protected]I love the combination of lemon and hazelnut in this cheesecake. It's a unique and delicious flavor combination that I've never had before. I will definitely be making this again.
Oriwa Farr
[email protected]This cheesecake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a family dessert. It's always a hit.
Zack Carroll
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the hazelnut crust, but it turned out to be really good. The cheesecake itself was also very good, although I found the lemon flavor to be a bit too strong for my taste. Overall, I would still recommend this recipe.
kirk Anderson
[email protected]This cheesecake is absolutely divine! The crust is perfectly crispy and the filling is so light and fluffy. The lemon flavor is just right, not too tart and not too sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.
Guransh Limbu
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times and it always turns out great. The crust is easy to make and the filling is so smooth and creamy. I love the addition of the lemon zest, it really brightens up the flavor.
Khangelani Lordwick
[email protected]This cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! The hazelnut crust added a delicious nutty flavor and the lemon filling was perfectly tangy and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.