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    Home » Desserts » Ginger Lemon Cheesecake

    Ginger Lemon Cheesecake

    by Lainey · Posted: Dec 15, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Brighten up your day with this easy-to-make Ginger Lemon Cheesecake that is sweet, tangy, and delicious! This is an absolutely perfect treat for cheesecake lovers and a delightful dessert for everyone this holiday season!

    Looking for more lemon recipes? Try my Lemon Cupcakes, Lemon Cake, or my easy Lemon Cookies.

    delicious ginger lemon cheesecakes on a white plate

    What is Ginger Lemon Cheesecake?

    This Ginger Lemon Cheesecake is an easy dessert recipe that is deliciously packed with tangy flavors. It is made of a delicious cheesecake crust made with ground ginger, salt, sugar, unsalted butter, and flour, then topped with a creamy lemon cheesecake filling.

    This easy cheesecake recipe is ideal for a light dessert this holiday season or on any other occasion. It has a delicious combination of lemon and ginger flavors, which makes a perfect treat for those who love sweet, creamy, and tangy desserts. Give this a try and enjoy every bite! Make sure to share the delight with your loved ones, too!

    Health Benefits of Lemon:

    • Promotes heart health.
    • Aids weight management.
    • Improves digestive health.
    • Helps prevent kidney stones.
    • Prevents anemia and cancer.
    ginger lemon cheesecakes on a white plate with lemon wedges outside

    Tips and Procedures:

    • Use the blocks, not whipped or tubbed cream cheese.
    • For extra lemony flavor, you can swirl 3-4 tbsp/45-60ml of lemon curd into the top of the filling before baking.
    • You can adjust the amount of ground ginger and lemon juice to your liking.
    • Feel free to top these cheesecake bars with candied ginger, fresh fruits like strawberry, blueberry, or a lemon slice.
    • You may use crushed gingersnaps or graham cracker crumbs instead of all-purpose flour for the crust in this recipe.  A food processor can be used in making biscuit crumbs.
    • Alternatively, lime juice can be used for the tangy taste if lemon juice is unavailable.
    • Storage: These lemon ginger cheesecake bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    How to Make Ginger Lemon Cheesecake:

    Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:

    Crust:

    • all-purpose flour
    • granulated sugar
    • ground ginger
    • salt
    • unsalted butter

    Filling:

    • cream cheese
    • granulated sugar
    • lemon zest
    • ground ginger
    • fresh lemon juice
    • large eggs
    ingredients for ginger lemon cheesecake bars

    Preheat oven to 375° F and line a 9” x 13” with parchment paper (or grease it well).

    Make the crust:

    In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, ground ginger, and salt; stir to combine. Next, add the melted butter and mix until crumbs form, using your hands to mix may be easier. Press the mixture into the lined baking pan and make sure to press into an even layer on the bottom so it gets into the corners. Then, chill in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking:

    flour, sugar, ground ginger, salt, and melted butter mixed in a medium bowl and pressed on the lined baking pan

    Blind bake for 10 minutes until starting to go lightly brown at the edges. Reduce oven to 325° F:

    blind baked crust dough in a baking pan

    Make the filling:

    In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium until very soft. Add the sugar, lemon zest, and ginger. Then, beat until smooth. Add the lemon juice and beat on medium until completely incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well on low after each one:

    beat the cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, ginger, lemon juice, and eggs in a large bowl

    Once everything is very smooth, pour the filling on top of the baked crust. Push it into the corners and level everything out:

    lemon filling in a large bowl

    Bake for 35-40 minutes until just going a little brown at the edges and slightly jiggling in the middle:

    topped the filling on the baked crust in a baking pan then baked until little brown

    Allow to cool slowly for the first 30 minutes, then cool completely before cutting and serving:

    cooled the baked cheesecakes on a cooling rack

    Enjoy these delicious ginger lemon cheesecake bars anytime you want!

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    What is lemon cheesecake crust made of?

    Lemon cheesecake crust is usually made with a combination of flour or biscuit crumbs, melter unsalted butter, sugar, and salt.

    Can you use lime juice instead of lemon juice in cheesecake?

    Yes, lime juice is an ideal substitute for lemon juice due to its similar pH level.

    What happens if you add too much lemon juice to the cheesecake?

    It might curdle the batter because of too much acid.

    ginger lemon cheesecake slices on a white plate
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    Ginger Lemon Cheesecake

    Here's an easy cheesecake recipe that is loaded with delightful tangy flavors. It's a sweet, creamy, and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time40 mins
    Chill10 mins
    Total Time1 hr 5 mins
    Course: Dessert, seasonal
    Servings: 15 2-3″ squares
    Calories: 4083kcal
    Author: Lainey

    Ingredients

    Crust

    • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

    Filling

    • 16 oz cream cheese softened*
    • ¾ cups granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
    • 1 teaspoon ginger
    • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
    • 3 large eggs

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375° F and line a 9” x 13” with parchment paper (or grease it well).

    Making The Crust

    • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, ground ginger, and salt; stir to combine.
    • Add the melted butter and mix until crumbs form, using your hands to mix may be easier.
    • Press the mixture into the lined baking pan and make sure to press into an even layer on the bottom so it gets into the corners.
    • Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking.
    • Blind bake fore 10 minutes until starting to go lightly brown at the edges.Reduce oven to 325° F

    Make The Filling

    • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium until very soft.
    • Add the sugar, lemon zest, and ginger. Beat until smooth.
    • Add the lemon juice and beat on medium until completely incorporated.
    • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well on low after each one.
    • Once everything is very smooth, pour the filling on top of the baked crust. Push it into the corners and level everything it out.
    • Bake for 35-40 minutes until just going a little brown at the edges and slightly jiggling in the middle.
    • Allow to cool slowly for the first 30 minutes, then cool completely before cutting and serving.

    Notes

    *Use the blocks, not whipped or tubbed cream cheese.
    For extra lemony flavour, you can swirl 3-4 tbsp/45-60ml of lemon curd into the top of the filling before baking.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 4083kcal | Carbohydrates: 428g | Protein: 68g | Fat: 241g | Saturated Fat: 140g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 64g | Trans Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 1197mg | Sodium: 2237mg | Potassium: 1175mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 270g | Vitamin A: 9012IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 600mg | Iron: 13mg
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