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Baked Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

This easy baked cheesecake features a smooth, lemony filling with Greek yogurt and cream cheese, creating a light yet delicious dessert with minimal prep time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 2 cups Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Make sure it's softened for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup sugar or sweetener of choice
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
Optional Crust
  • 1 package graham cracker crust Use if you want a classic cheesecake base

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the sugar (or sweetener), eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into a prepared graham cracker crust if using, and jiggle the pan to level the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set. The surface should be dry and uniform.
Cooling
  1. Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing. Chill thoroughly for neat slices.