A refreshing and zesty cheesecake infused with the sweet and tangy flavor of Limoncello, perfect for dessert lovers who appreciate a citrus twist.
Limoncello Cheesecake
A refreshing and zesty cheesecake infused with the sweet and tangy flavor of Limoncello, perfect for dessert lovers who appreciate a citrus twist.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs Finely crushed for crust
- 1/4 cup sugar For the crust
- 6 tablespoons butter Melted for the crust
- 32 ounces cream cheese Softened
- 1 cup sugar For the filling
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Limoncello liqueur For the filling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the filling
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For the filling
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest Freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the Limoncello, vanilla extract, flour, and lemon zest until fully combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 70 minutes or until the center is set, and the edges are lightly browned.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 7gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 125mgSugar: 28gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg
