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Lemon Cheesecake With Poppy Seed Crust

Lemon Cheesecake With Poppy Seed Crust for a Zesty Twist

Experience a delightful Lemon Cheesecake With Poppy Seed Crust that combines tangy, zesty flavors with a crunchy base for a unique dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 100 g Powdered Sugar Always sift before measuring.
  • 50 g Poppy Seeds For texture and nutty flavor.
  • 100 g Fine Semolina Creates a perfect foundation.
  • 100 g Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 200 ml Whole Milk Or almond milk for dairy-free option.
For the Filling
  • 500 g Cream Cheese Star ingredient for creamy texture.
  • 200 g Powdered Sugar Divided for base and filling.
  • 3 Eggs Key for binding; can swap for flax eggs.
  • 2 tbsp Corn Flour Thickens the filling.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Extract For vibrant lemon flavor.
  • 200 g Creme Fraiche Adds creamy tanginess.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest To amplify lemon flavor.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Springform pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk, poppy seeds, fine semolina, and 100g of powdered sugar. Cook while stirring until thick, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in melted butter and set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and prepare your springform pan lined with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine cream cheese, remaining ingredients including eggs, powdered sugar, corn flour, lemon zest, lemon extract, and creme fraiche until smooth.
  4. Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled poppy seed base in the lined springform pan.
  5. Bake for about 1 hour, or until golden brown on top and the edges are set.
  6. Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Optional: Prepare a honey and lemon glaze to drizzle over the cheesecake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, allow the cheesecake to cool completely before chilling, and use a hot knife for clean slices.

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