Epicurious Passover Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

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Net Carbs are 7% of calories per serving, at 35g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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Keto & Health Insights for Epicurious Passover Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 7% of calories per serving, at 35g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.

Epicurious Passover Lemon Cheesecake Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 10 servings   ( 138 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 525
Total Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 155mg
Sodium: 321mg
Total Carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 31g
Protein: 9g
Calcium: 105mg Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 195mg Vitamin A: 351mcg
Vitamin C: 1mg Vitamin D: 1mcg

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup sliced blanched almonds, toasted and cooled
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup matzo cake meal
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Equipment: a 9-inch springform pan
  • Garnish: julienned lemon zest

Instructions

Visit Epicurious's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)