Lemon Cheesecake

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Remove cream cheese from refrigerator for about 30 minutes to soften or in microwave on defrost setting.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 3

In a medium sized bowl stir the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter together until combined.

Step 4

Pour the graham cracker mixture into a 9” inch pie plate and press it firmly in the bottom of the pan and up the sides.

Step 5

Bake for 9-10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.

Step 6

Put the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and mix on medium speed for two minutes.

Step 7

Add sugar, vanilla, lemon zest and lemon juice to the cream cheese until mixed.

Step 8

Add eggs, one at a time and continue to mix. Pour cream cheese mixture into the pie crust.

Step 9

Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes.

Step 10

Let cool for one hour and then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving or in freezer for two hours.