Lemon Swirl Cheesecake
16 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure lemon extract
2 eggs
1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
1 (15 ounce) can lemon pie filling, divided
Mint leaves or lemon twists (optional)
Whipped cream
- Mix together cream cheese, sugar and lemon extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs and mix well.
- Pour into prepared crust.
- Spoon about 1/2 can pie filling on top and gently swirl with a wooden pick or knife.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes or until center is set.
- Cool to room temperature and refrigerate.
- Garnish with mint leaves or lemon twists if desired.
- Serve with remaining pie filling and whipped cream.