LEMON SURPRISE CHEESECAKE
Lemon flavors sparkle throughout this cheesecake, from the crust to the filling to the topping. Build up the edges of the cheesecake to keep the lemon filling right where you want it. -Karen Chesnut, Clarksburg, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a lightly greased 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until crust just begins to brown. Cool pan on a wire rack., In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in the lemon juice, butter and zest. Cool to room temperature without stirring., In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over lemon juice; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is dissolved. Remove from the heat. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Gradually beat in gelatin mixture until combined. Fold in the whipped cream and lemon peel. , Spoon three-fourths of cheesecake mixture into crust; build up edges slightly. Chill for 5 minutes. Spoon lemon filling over cheesecake layer to within 1/2 in of edges. Top with remaining cheesecake mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Carefully run a knife around edge of pan; remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 308mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Mrford Michealangelo
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Anthony Kgwale
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.
Danish Johnson
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It's his new favorite dessert.
Hamza Tar33n
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I used a pecan-free graham cracker crust. It worked out great!
Shopno Saya
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth it.
Ms. Fabulous
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cheesecake turned out perfectly.
Aklilu Bekele
[email protected]This is the best cheesecake I've ever had! The lemon curd layer is out of this world.
Adana Koroma
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Wahab Awan
[email protected]I used a gluten-free graham cracker crust and it worked out great! This cheesecake is perfect for people with dietary restrictions.
Rana Zaheer Ul Hassan
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious!
Hilde van Schelt
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet.
Jason Broach
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this cheesecake was surprisingly good. The lemon flavor was subtle and not overpowering.
Januka Rajapaksha
[email protected]This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion - it's sure to impress your guests!
Saif Hasan
[email protected]I added a dollop of whipped cream on top of each slice - it made the cheesecake even more decadent.
TCS Pahrainwali
[email protected]This was my first time making a cheesecake, and it turned out amazing! Thanks for the easy-to-follow recipe.
F MM
[email protected]I used a store-bought graham cracker crust to save time, and it worked out great.
Nichol Crowder
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The cheesecake was smooth and creamy, and the lemon flavor was just right.
Fabian Delapena
[email protected]A bit too tangy for my taste, but my lemon-loving friends raved about it.
SpicyAlexis_16
[email protected]This is a keeper! I've made this cheesecake twice now and it's been a hit both times. The lemon curd layer is to die for.
Hesse Beers
[email protected]This cheesecake was absolutely delightful - it had a perfect blend of tangy lemon and creamy cheesecake. The surprise layer of lemon curd in the center was a real treat, and the graham cracker crust was the perfect finishing touch.