{"id":8038,"date":"2026-05-12T08:38:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T08:38:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/?p=8038"},"modified":"2026-05-12T08:38:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T08:38:31","slug":"best-lemon-cheesecake-light-creamy-and-bursting-with-citrus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/best-lemon-cheesecake-light-creamy-and-bursting-with-citrus\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Lemon Cheesecake \u2013 Light, Creamy, and Bursting with Citrus"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This Lemon Cheesecake is the perfect blend of creamy indulgence and bright, zesty flavor. Made with a lighter cream cheese base and just the right amount of fresh lemon, it delivers all the richness you love in cheesecake but in a more balanced, refreshing way. Ideal for spring and summer gatherings, holidays, or just a well-deserved treat, this cheesecake will quickly become a favorite on your dessert list.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ck-related-box\" class=\"ck-related\">\n<div class=\"ck-related-inner\">\n<div class=\"ck-related-title\">You Might Also Like:<\/div>\n<div class=\"ck-related-list\">Lemon Meltaways: Your New Favorite Cookie for Spring and SummerDonna Wood\u2019s Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake \u2013 Simple, Sweet, and Crowd-PleasingHow to Make Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies from Scratch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You\u2019ll Love This Cheesecake<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>Fresh Lemon Flavor<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A vibrant citrus profile that\u2019s both sweet and tangy.<br \/>\n<strong>Creamy, Not Heavy<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Lightened-up ingredients offer a smooth texture without the guilt.<br \/>\n<strong>Simple Crust<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Uses crushed graham crackers and a touch of butter for a perfect base.<br \/>\n<strong>Make-Ahead Friendly<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Tastes even better after chilling overnight.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>For the Crust:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-5\"><\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 cup graham cracker crumbs<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp light butter, melted<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp granulated sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the Filling:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>16 oz light cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup nonfat Greek yogurt<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>Zest of 1 lemon<\/li>\n<li>3 tbsp fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Optional Topping:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-7\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-6\"><\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fresh lemon slices or a light dusting of powdered sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>1. Prepare the Crust<\/strong><br \/>\nPreheat oven to 325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Make the Filling<\/strong><br \/>\nIn a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and flour. Mix until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each just until incorporated.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Bake<\/strong><br \/>\nPour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 40\u201345 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center still slightly jiggles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Chill<\/strong><br \/>\nTurn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Serve<\/strong><br \/>\nTop with fresh lemon slices, powdered sugar, or a dollop of light whipped topping if desired.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiqFLf1W1MS4wilaj0yJ96KDsoVg4OI3v1c5CQwpa5MUpwoUfSpbMzui15iqox7OTCWMNN-owMDp2vi1YK5ayt9tkeK-M3Q8aH-aC_1NLc7y6H7nC43k4X1bzioOTTXatgrVzNnQr8evmIhwa8DWPna5KacCrpQ_wlE2LY3utcbhe12MJupuMy9CE9QzKOY\/s320\/2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutritional Information (Per Serving)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Calories: 210<br \/>\nProtein: 9g<br \/>\nFat: 9g<br \/>\nCarbohydrates: 24g<br \/>\nSugar: 15g<br \/>\nFiber: 0g<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips for a Perfect Cheesecake<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Avoid Overmixing<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Gently mix after adding eggs to keep the texture light and prevent cracking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill Thoroughly<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Cheesecake texture improves the longer it chills. Overnight is best.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use Fresh Lemons<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Bottled juice can\u2019t compare to fresh zest and juice for flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This Lemon Cheesecake strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and freshness. It\u2019s light yet satisfying, creamy but not overwhelming \u2014 and thanks to its citrus kick, it leaves your palate feeling refreshed and happy. It\u2019s a dessert you\u2019ll return to again and again.<\/h3>\n<div id=\"wpzoom-recipe-card\" class=\"wp-block-wpzoom-recipe-card-block-recipe-card is-style-default header-content-align-left block-alignment-left\">\n<div class=\"recipe-card-image\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpzoom-recipe-card-image\" title=\"Best Lemon Cheesecake \u2013 Light, Creamy, and Bursting with Citrus\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjcNpjPuKXITO_K3D0oQemRA4TUyzqPTQPQunh2NXb797kkmgfdSrphoVJpeOr1Ljat-SvinDCMaKZhaWljD7MP5I-a7jGcFQCLPKuoICkugjmk5VBI3TiuNs-YKc5XtDjUoJ4R5Ybyq8comIU8ykGmIVwH_wlSHsq710vlDI-mDzWJ11Bi3Rc_SEez9qVN\/s320\/1.jpg\" alt=\"Best Lemon Cheesecake \u2013 Light, Creamy, and Bursting with Citrus\" \/><figcaption>\n<div class=\"wpzoom-recipe-card-print-link\"><a class=\"btn-print-link no-print\" title=\"Print directions...\" href=\"https:\/\/2mrecipes.com\/best-lemon-cheesecake-light-creamy-and-bursting-with-citrus\/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRvwW9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsYW5hd0RGUEIyMzJ4OFhzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvDgASfPYF9EkOdnB5cqahYiy1R89gFR2x0Ctubyl8hZzR_9yAOpA6z97DIz_aem_hkpSjcxjvuZLtTKUmaUCyQ#wpzoom-recipe-card\" data-servings-size=\"8\" data-recipe-id=\"12171\">\u00a0Print<\/a><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-card-heading\">\n<h2 class=\"recipe-card-title\">Best Lemon Cheesecake \u2013 Light, Creamy, and Bursting with Citrus<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-card-details\">\n<div class=\"details-items\">\n<div class=\"detail-item detail-item-0\"><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"detail-item-value\">8<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">servings<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"detail-item detail-item-1\"><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Prep time<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"detail-item-value\">15<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutes<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"detail-item detail-item-2\"><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Cooking time<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"detail-item-value\">45<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutes<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"detail-item detail-item-3\"><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Calories<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"detail-item-value\">210<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">kcal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"recipe-card-summary\">A light and zesty lemon cheesecake with a creamy filling and buttery graham cracker crust. Perfectly sweet and refreshing, ideal for any occasion.<\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-card-ingredients\">\n<h3 class=\"ingredients-title\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ingredients-list layout-1-column\">\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-6889570b4d2ca\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\"><strong>For the Crust:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-6889570b4d2d7\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 cup graham cracker crumbs<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-6889570b4d2d8\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">2 tbsp light butter, melted<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-6889570b4d2d9\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 tbsp granulated sugar<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-175383122243095\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\"><strong>For the Filling:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831222708100\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">16 oz light cream cheese, softened<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831223027105\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">\u00bd cup nonfat Greek yogurt<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831223359110\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">\u00bd cup granulated sugar<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831223703115\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">2 large eggs<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831224535120\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Zest of 1 lemon<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831224831125\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">3 tbsp fresh lemon juice<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831225151130\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 tsp vanilla extract<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831225479135\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 tbsp all-purpose flour<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831225815140\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\"><strong>Optional Topping:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-1753831267049197\" class=\"ingredient-item\">\n<p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">Fresh lemon slices or a light dusting of powdered sugar<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-card-directions\">\n<h3 class=\"directions-title\">Directions<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"directions-list\">\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-6889570b4d2da\" class=\"direction-step\"><strong>Prepare the Crust<\/strong><br \/>\nPreheat oven to 325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-6889570b4d2db\" class=\"direction-step\"><strong>Make the Filling<\/strong><br \/>\nIn a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and flour. Mix until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each just until incorporated.<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-6889570b4d2dc\" class=\"direction-step\"><strong>Bake<\/strong><br \/>\nPour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 40\u201345 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center still slightly jiggles.<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-6889570b4d2dd\" class=\"direction-step\"><strong>Chill<\/strong><br \/>\nTurn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.<\/li>\n<li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-direction-step-1753831296548222\" class=\"direction-step\"><strong>Serve<\/strong><br \/>\nTop with fresh lemon slices, powdered sugar, or a dollop of light whipped topping if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-card-notes\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Lemon Cheesecake is the perfect blend of creamy indulgence and bright, zesty flavor. 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