Ladyfinger Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 1 package ladyfingers
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Arrange the ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
4. Bake for 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the center is almost set. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Ladyfinger Cheesecake is a classic Italian-American dessert.
• Ladyfingers are a type of sponge cake made with eggs, sugar, and flour.
• The lemon zest and juice in this recipe add a nice zesty flavor.