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Lemon Lovers Cheesecake Recipe

Overview

The Lemon Lovers Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the tangy flavors of lemon with a creamy cheesecake texture, complemented by a light and airy sponge cake bottom. Topped with a velvety sour cream layer and finished with a zesty lemon sauce, this dessert is a perfect blend of sweet and citrusy flavors.

Recipe Details

• Cook Time: 2 hours
• Prep Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 4 hours
• Yield: 1 9-inch cake

Ingredients

• Sponge Cake Layer:

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  • 1/2 cup cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 eggs, separated
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

• Cheesecake Filling:

  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• Sour Cream Topping:

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Lemon Sauce:

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup boiling water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon rind, grated
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

Sponge Cake Layer:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9-inch springform pan generously.
2. Sift together cake flour and baking powder in a medium bowl. Set aside.
3. Beat egg yolks with an electric mixer on high for 3 minutes until thick and light yellow.
4. Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat until mixture is thick and pale, about 5 minutes.
5. Beat in vanilla and lemon extracts.
6. Fold in sifted flour mixture and then blend in melted butter.
7. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until frothy.
8. Gradually add sugar to egg whites, beating until stiff peaks form.
9. Fold about 1/3 of the egg whites into the batter, then gently fold in the remaining whites.
10. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 10 minutes or until the center springs back lightly when touched.
11. Cool cake in the pan on a wire rack while preparing the cheesecake filling.

Cheesecake Filling:

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy.
3. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Stir in lemon juice.
6. Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the baked sponge cake layer.
7. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the center is set.
8. Remove from oven and increase temperature to 500°F (260°C).

Sour Cream Topping:

1. Mix sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Spread evenly over the top of the baked cheesecake.
3. Return to the oven and bake for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from oven and cool the cheesecake completely.

Lemon Sauce:

1. Combine cornstarch and sugar in a small saucepan.
2. Slowly stir in boiling water until the sugar mixture is dissolved.
3. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in grated lemon rind and lemon juice.
5. Cool the lemon sauce.

Assembly:

1. When ready to serve, drizzle the cooled lemon sauce over individual slices of the cheesecake.
2. Chill the cheesecake for several hours or overnight for the best flavor.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 5658.9
• Total Fat: 354.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 212.7g
• Cholesterol: 2196.9mg
• Sodium: 2890.8mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 509g
  • Fiber: 1.9g
  • Sugar: 403.4g
• Protein: 124.3g

Tips for Success

• Ensure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to achieve a smooth cheesecake filling.
• Be gentle when folding the egg whites into the batter to maintain the cake’s airy texture.
• Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before adding the sour cream topping to prevent cracking.
• Chill the cheesecake for several hours or overnight for the flavors to meld together perfectly.

This Lemon Lovers Cheesecake recipe is perfect for any occasion, offering a burst of citrusy freshness combined with the richness of cream cheese and the lightness of sponge cake, ensuring a memorable dessert experience for all who indulge.