How to Make PHILLY Lemon Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few desserts more luxurious and satisfying than a creamy, tangy cheesecake. And when it comes to cheesecake, the addition of Philadelphia Cream Cheese brings a rich, smooth texture and a delightful tanginess that takes this classic dessert to a whole new level. This PHILLY Lemon Cheesecake recipe celebrates the delicious marriage of creamy cheesecake and zesty lemon flavors, creating a dessert that is decadent, refreshing, and utterly irresistible.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups HONEY MAID Graham Crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 (250 g) packages PHILADELPHIA Brick Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 4 large eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 24

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Mix together graham crumbs and butter in a medium bowl until well combined. Reserve 1/4 cup crumb mixture; press remaining onto the bottom of a 13x9-inch pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until well blended. Add sour cream and lemon zest and juice; mix well. Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition. Pour over graham crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the center is almost set, about 40 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature, then place in the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled, about 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    243 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 249mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 33mg