CREAMY CHEESECAKE

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This cheesecake is creamier than most cheesecakes, and very easy to make. Use grated lemon zest or 1 teaspoon lemon extract for flavoring.

Provided by Karin Christian

Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
16 ounces cream cheese
2 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Beat softened cream cheese slightly. Add eggs, sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy. Pour mixture into crust.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) until firm, about 25 minutes. Let cheesecake cool then top with cherry or blueberry pie filling, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 223.5 mg, Sugar 19.4 g