Cherry Lemon Dream Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet cherries and zesty lemon with this luscious Cherry Lemon Dream Cheesecake. Creamy and decadent, this homemade dessert is a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes + chilling time
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cherry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh or canned cherries (pitted)
- 1/2 cup cherry preserves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Pour over cooled crust.
- Bake: Bake for 50–55 minutes. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the Cherry Topping: Combine cherries, cherry preserves, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook until warm and glossy. Cool before spreading over cheesecake.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled, garnished with lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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