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Rich and moist lemon cheesecake cake with creamy topping and lemon zest.
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4 from 6 votes

Rich & Moist Lemon Cheesecake Cake

A delightful combination of lemon cake and creamy cheesecake, this dessert is rich, moist, and bursting with citrus flavor.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheesecake, Easy, Lemon
Servings: 8 servings

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

Cheesecake Layer

  • 16 oz Full-fat cream cheese 2 blocks, slightly softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest From 1-2 lemons

Cake Layer

  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Prepare the cheesecake layer: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and 1/2 cup of the sugar until smooth and creamy. Add 1 egg and half the salt. Mix until fully combined. Gently stir in 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and half the lemon zest.
  • For the cake layer: In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Add the remaining 2 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the remaining sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and remaining salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Carefully spoon the cheesecake layer over the cake batter and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out mostly clean.
  • Cool the cake completely in the pan. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight, for best results.
  • To serve, remove from the springform pan and garnish with extra lemon zest, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream. Allow all ingredients to reach room temperature before mixing.