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2) Lemon-Zest Philadelphia Cheesecake Filling

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 24 oz 680 g Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest from about 2 lemons
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup 60 ml sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, then beat in eggs one at a time until incorporated.
  3. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, sour cream, and salt until just combined.
  4. Pour into prepared crust or springform pan, smooth top, and tap out air bubbles.
  5. Bake 40–50 minutes until edges set and center slightly jiggly. Cool, then chill at least 4 hours.