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Tangy Lemon Cheesecake

Name: Tangy Lemon Cheesecake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 55 cookies); 1/3 cup butter, melted; FILLING:; 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 3 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; SAUCE:; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

This dessert gets added spark from a gingersnap crust and a luscious lemon sauce. The mix of sweet and tart is unexpected and delightful. I came up with the recipe based on several others I encountered on a trip to California with my husband for our 15th anniversary.

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 55 cookies)
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
SAUCE:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Directions

Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Beat in lemon juice and vanilla. Pour into crust.
Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer.
In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the butter, lemon juice and zest. Refrigerate cheesecake and sauce overnight. Serve sauce over cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts

1 slice: 349 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

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shortbreadlover
Sep 22, 2013
i love anything with lemon and who does't love cheesecake. this recipe is a true winner for both. i plan to serve at the next pot luck at work. i know that i will be asked for the recipe.
randyporter1
Oct 28, 2011
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sjmehre
Apr 22, 2011
My son convinced me to make it for a family gathering. I thought it sounded good. It was delicious and a big hit!
2boyz4sarah
Dec 13, 2010
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santinawestbrook
May 7, 2010
Love this recipe! We make it every year for family gatherings.
Kathleen M. Jones
Oct 14, 2009
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RistaMutton
Sep 15, 2009
My mouth is watering now. Thischeesecake sounds absolutley delicious. It is a must try.Sue in Chilliwack, BC
bec091474
Oct 21, 2008
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Trinodino
Sep 16, 2008
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Jul 14, 2007
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