Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lightly spraying it with non-stick spray.
- In a food processor, pulse graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan, then bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually incorporate granulated sugar and flour into the cream cheese, then add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Add heavy whipping cream and mix until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time with the mixer on low speed until just incorporated.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce to 200°F (93°C) and bake for 50-55 minutes.
- Cool in the oven with the door ajar for 30 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Combine eggs, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and lemon juice in a saucepan, stirring until thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in butter.
- Spread the cooled lemon curd over the chilled cheesecake and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth batter. Avoid over-mixing eggs to prevent cracks.
