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Tasty Lemon Cheesecake Cake Recipe

Tasty Lemon Cheesecake Cake Recipe

Sara Collins
The Tasty Lemon Cheesecake Cake Recipe is fresh, creamy and full of bright lemon flavor. It is soft, rich and slightly tangy. This dessert is perfect for special days or simple family treats.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For Cake Layer:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon

For Cheesecake Layer:

  • 2 cups cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

For Topping:

  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  • Powdered sugar optional

Instructions
  

Prepare the Oven and Pan

  • Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease both cake and springform pans. This helps prevent sticking and makes removal easy after baking.

Make the Cake Batter

  • In a bowl, mix butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, milk, vanilla and lemon zest. Slowly add flour and baking powder. Mix until smooth batter forms.

Bake Cake Layer

  • Pour cake batter into the cake pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool slightly while preparing cheesecake layer.

Prepare Cheesecake Mixture

  • In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs, lemon juice, vanilla and zest. Mix until smooth and creamy with no lumps.

Assemble Layers

  • Place cake layer into springform pan. Pour cheesecake mixture on top. Spread evenly using a spatula. Tap lightly to remove air bubbles.

Bake Cheesecake Cake

  • Bake for 25–30 minutes until center is slightly set. Do not overbake. The center should have a slight jiggle for perfect texture.

Cool Completely

  • Remove from oven and let it cool at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 3 hours. This helps flavors set properly.

Add Topping and Serve

  • Spread whipped cream on top. Add lemon slices for decoration. Slice and serve chilled for the best taste of Tasty Lemon Cheesecake Cake Recipe.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth texture
  • Do not overmix cheesecake batter
  • Chill cake for better flavor and firmness
  • Fresh lemon juice gives best taste
  • Avoid overbaking cheesecake layer
  • Use springform pan for easy removal
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