This Luscious Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake is the perfect balance of tangy lemon and sweet strawberries, all wrapped in a creamy cheesecake filling. With a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and a sweet strawberry sauce on top, it’s an indulgent treat that will impress your guests at any gathering!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for added citrus flavor)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup heavy cream
