LEMON MASCARPONE CHEESECAKE

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This is a beautiful treat for Easter because of its light color and mild lemon flavor. Friends and family enjoy it so much that I make it often.-Lorrine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 cups biscotti crumbs (about 8 biscotti)
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 cartons (8 ounces each) Mascarpone cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
3/4 cup coarsely chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup boiling water
3/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange marmalade
2 ounces white baking chocolate

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine biscotti crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. , Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned., In a large bowl, beat cheeses and sugar until smooth. Beat in the lemon juice, flour, lemon zest and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. , Return pan to baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, soak apricots in boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and discard liquid. In a small saucepan, bring the apricots, cold water and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-14 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; stir in marmalade. Cool to room temperature. , Carefully spread topping over cheesecake; cool 30 minutes longer. Refrigerate overnight., In a microwave, melt white chocolate; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cheesecake. Let stand for 15 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Harmonie Snodgrass
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This recipe is a keeper! The cheesecake was absolutely delicious, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


tumpale sichali
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I'm not a very experienced baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


tasheena Phillips
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This lemon mascarpone cheesecake is my go-to cheesecake recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family. It's the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, and the mascarpone filling is so smooth and creamy. I highly recommend it!


Zain Yhaya
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This cheesecake is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful, delicious, and sure to impress your guests. I would definitely recommend it.


Savannah Kingery
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This cheesecake was amazing! It was creamy, tangy, and the perfect amount of sweetness. The crust was also delicious and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.


Joshua Christ
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The cheesecake was dense and dry, and the lemon flavor was barely there. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


innocents n'goran
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I found this recipe to be a lot of work for not a lot of payoff. The cheesecake was good, but not great. I wouldn't make it again.


Melanie Playz
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was nice. However, I would make a few changes next time, such as using a different crust recipe and reducing the amount of lemon juice in the fil


Elomack Douglas
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The cheesecake itself was delicious, but I found the crust to be a bit dry. I think I would try a different crust recipe next time.


Sibusiso Mokoena
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I found this cheesecake to be a bit too tangy for my taste. The lemon flavor was very strong. However, my husband loved it, so I would say it depends on your personal preferences.


Lily Bird
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This lemon mascarpone cheesecake is my new favorite cheesecake! The combination of lemon and mascarpone is perfect. The cheesecake is creamy and smooth, and the lemon flavor is just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves


Dyl Do
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was just right. I would definitely make this again for a party.


Alorwu Albert
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This cheesecake was the perfect refreshing summer treat! The lemon flavor was so light and bright, and the mascarpone filling was creamy and smooth. The crust was also very good. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Junior Peter uu
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This recipe was really easy to follow and the cheesecake turned out delicious! I loved the combination of lemon and mascarpone. The crust was also very good. I would definitely make this again.


rabar abdulwahed
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As a cheesecake connoisseur, I can say that this lemon mascarpone cheesecake is one of the best I've ever had. The texture was smooth and creamy, and the flavor was perfectly balanced. The lemon flavor was bright and tangy, but not overpowering. The


DeliverMe TT Taxi Service
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I love lemon desserts, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The cheesecake was incredibly creamy and flavorful. The lemon flavor was perfectly balanced and not too tart. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who l


my name is baraa
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I made this cheesecake for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was light and creamy. The lemon flavor was also very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Zemed Kiflom
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I'm not an experienced baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The cheesecake was smooth and creamy, and the lemon flavor was just right. I'll definitely be making this again.


Linda Carter
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This lemon mascarpone cheesecake was an absolute delight! The combination of tangy lemon and creamy mascarpone was perfect. The crust was also delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend this recipe!