LIGHT-AS-AIR LEMON CHEESECAKE
Steps:
- DIRECTIONS 1. In food processor, process crumbs (to make crumbs,, 2 tablespoons of the sugar and butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press mixture firmly over bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of a 9 inch springform pan. Bake in a 350˚ oven until lightly browned (about 10 minutes). 2. In clean food processor, combine 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of the sugar, both packages of cream cheese, 1 cup of the sour cream, eggs, egg whites, lemon peel, lemon juice and flour. Process until smooth. 3. Pour cream cheese filling into crust. Return to oven and bake until filling jiggles only slightly in center when pan is gently shaken. (35-45 minutes) Cool in pan or on rack for 30 minutes. After you take the cake out of the oven, stir together remaining 1 cup sour cream and remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar, cover and refrigerate. Spread cooled cheesecake with sour cream topping. Cover and refrigerate until cold (at least four hours). To serve, remove springform pan rim. Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries, if desired.
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Juan Schembri
juan@yahoo.comThis cheesecake was a delightful treat. The lemon flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the texture was light and fluffy.
Brianne Robles
r.b@hotmail.frI've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.
Jaifish
jaifish@gmail.comThis cheesecake was delicious! The lemon flavor was perfect, and the texture was creamy and smooth.
Mary Gonzales
gm71@aol.comI made this cheesecake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Boogie Animates
aboogie25@gmail.comThis cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.
kimberly adams
kimberly-a@gmail.comI've never been a fan of cheesecake, but this one changed my mind. It was light and fluffy, with just the right amount of lemon flavor.
Debbie's Quilted Gifts
d14@gmail.comI made this cheesecake for my family, and they all raved about it. It's definitely a keeper!
Sora Takemi
sora-takemi@yahoo.comThis cheesecake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good.
Unarine Simango
s.unarine92@yahoo.comI've never made a cheesecake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and my cheesecake turned out great!
Wafadar Malang
malang.wafadar2@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but this cheesecake was surprisingly good. The lemon flavor wasn't overpowering, and the texture was perfect.
Ahsan Baig
a_baig@yahoo.comThis cheesecake was a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved it.
Sameer Mughal
mughal.sameer32@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as light and fluffy as the one in the picture. It was still tasty, though.
Ashley Reade
a-reade@gmail.comI made this cheesecake for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Winifred Agyemang
agyemang.winifred48@yahoo.comThis cheesecake was delicious! The lemon flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the texture was creamy and smooth.
Juan Francisco
f-j@gmail.comI've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.
Katie Pruitt
p-k7@gmail.comThis cheesecake was a delight! The lemon flavor was perfectly balanced, and the texture was light and fluffy. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.