Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread half of the cheesecake filling over the crust. Dot with raspberry jam and swirl lightly with a knife.
- Top with remaining filling and smooth the surface. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh raspberries and additional lemon zest if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.