3 INGREDIENTS CHEESECAKE PIE

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a lighter texture with fewer calories.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt maintains creaminess while reducing calories.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut cream is dairy-free and adds richness.

graham cracker crust

🥗Healthier: almond flour crust

💰Cheaper: homemade cookie crust

Almond flour crust is gluten-free and nutritious.

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Add sugar and mix until well combined.

Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.

Stir in lemon juice and flour until just combined.

Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust.

Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.

Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for 1 hour to cool gradually.

Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.

Top with fruit topping or chocolate shavings before serving.

Serve chilled with whipped cream if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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