Oh Mommy. Oh Daddy. Oh Sister!
You ever notice when someone says ‘cheesecake’ that eyebrows raise, mouths drool and suddenly you are everyone’s best friend?
I like that. And I like that I made these a bit lower in fat and gluten free and they are so good you would love me for-evah.
Don’t believe me? Make them and find out.
Speaking of gluten free, please join our LIVE gluten free Easter Celebration today at 1 p.m. EST!!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups crumbled gluten free graham or snicker doodle cookies (gluten free)
1/4 cup earth balance buttery spread, melted
1 package of cream cheese, softened
1 package reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon zest, divided in half
1 tablespoon orange zest, divided in half
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 organic eggs
Directions:
1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Prepare the cookie crumbs and then mix them with the earth balance and press into a 8 inch square pan (prepare with cooking spray if it not non-stick).
3. Beat the cream cheese, sugar, 1.5 teaspoon lemon zest, 1.5 teaspoon orange zest, lemon juice, orange juice and vanilla in a large bowl just until blended. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing briefly after each. Pour this mixture over the graham crust.
4. Bake for about 22-25 minutes until it is just set. Remove form the oven and once completely cool, refrigerate for a minimum 3 hours. Garnish with remaining 1.5 teaspoon of each zest.
Wendy H says
Jennifer – How am I going to keep up with all of your amazing gluten free recipes! Sheesh! I’m awarding you with The Versatile Blogger Award, because your blog inspires me to make better food. No need to respond, just wanted you to know you’re on my “list.” (Not just because we’re Udi’s buddies!). http://www.suburbanmisfit.com/2012/04/03/the-versatile-blogger-award-better-late-than-never/
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Yum! What a wonderful little cheesecake! I love the combination of orange and lemon!
Susan (5 Minutes for Mom) says
I’m trying to eat gluten-free these days… I’m not perfect but working on it.
Nanette ~ AMomBlog says
Oh my hubby will love these. Love that they are gluten free!
Orange Latte says
I love Cheesecake!!! Who doesn’t ? right? 🙂 Your cheesecake looks amazing….bookmark for this weekend!! Thanks for sharing
Yellow Haired Girl says
Holy moly! Those look magnificent. When it comes to desserts, my two favorite things are cheescakey and lemony. Way to incorporate the best of both worlds – yum!