Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup lemon curd
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes or until set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool. Spread lemon curd over the top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish with lemon slices before serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed chilled. Can store in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg