Description
Experience the perfect balance of tangy lemon and creamy cheesecake with this Healthy Easy Lemon Cheesecake Cake. Made with wholesome ingredients and simple steps, this dessert is ideal for a nutritious yet indulgent treat that everyone will love. Perfect for special occasions or everyday enjoyment, it offers a refreshing twist on classic cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- Optional: fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a springform pan by greasing it lightly with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined. Press into the bottom of the springform pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add sugar gradually, then mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Place the springform pan in a water bath and bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is just set.
- Cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with fresh berries or lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the water bath is filled with hot water to prevent cracking.
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate overnight.
- Garnish with fresh berries or lemon zest for a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/10 of the cake)
- Calories: 340 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg