Creamy Cheesecake

Creamy Cheesecake

This cheesecake is creamier than most cheesecakes, and very easy to make. Use grated lemon zest or 1 teaspoon lemon extract for flavoring.

Yield:
1 to 9 – inch cake
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
  • 16 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Beat softened cream cheese slightly. Add eggs, sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy. Pour mixture into crust.

Step 3
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) until firm, about 25 minutes. Let cheesecake cool then top with cherry or blueberry pie filling, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

281
Calories
18g
Fat
25g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 281
% Daily Value *
Total Fat18g 24%
Saturated Fat10g 48%
Cholesterol73mg 24%
Sodium224mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate25g 9%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars19g
Protein5g
Vitamin C0mg 1%
Calcium39mg 3%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium73mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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