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Lemon Curd Cheesecake

Lemon Curd Cheesecake Cups That Brighten Your Day

A refreshing no-bake dessert featuring creamy cheesecake and tangy lemon curd in charming mini cups—perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup superfine sugar
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cut into small cubes
For the Cheesecake Mousse
  • 1/4 cup superfine sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks
For the Crumb Base
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup reserved butter melted

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together fresh lemon juice, superfine sugar, and room temperature eggs off the heat until smooth. Add the cubed unsalted butter, then place the saucepan over low-medium heat. Stir continuously for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve, cover with cling wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
  2. While your lemon curd chills, process the graham crackers in a food processor until you achieve fine crumbs, resembling sand. In a separate bowl, mix the crumbs with melted butter until evenly coated. Reserve a small amount of crumbs for garnishing before packing the rest in mini dessert cups to form a sturdy base.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine room temperature cream cheese and superfine sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Gradually fold in the prepared lemon curd, mixing gently until well combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then carefully fold it into the cream cheese mixture until thick and fluffy.
  4. Begin assembling your dessert cups by piping or spooning half of the cheesecake mousse over the prepared graham cracker base in each cup. Next, add a layer of the chilled lemon curd, followed by the remaining cheesecake mousse. Use a piping bag with a decorative tip for a beautiful finish.
  5. Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs over the tops for garnish. Refrigerate the cups for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and mousse to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use the freshest lemons you can find. Ensure that cheesecake ingredients are at room temperature for optimal texture.

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