May / June 2021 Teen InFluential

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AN UNFORGETTABLE Fresh fruit is finally in season. When the sun is out and families are hitting the pool, it’s also time to indulge in some sweet fruit flavors.

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atermelon, berries, bananas, and more can all be found near perfect ripeness at grocery stores or farmer’s markets during the warm summer months. On a hot day, there is almost nothing better than trying something new that sounds delicious. Throw your apron on, prepare your kitchen, and get baking. If you’re craving something sweet with no ideas where to start, try this sweet Lemon Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit. It’s tangy and rich and allows you to escape to the summer oasis of your dreams, at least for a few minutes.

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three eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract then pour it on top of the graham cracker mixture. Bake for 50-55 minutes before cooling completely in the fridge and adding fruit and mint leaves. The outcome is a fluffy cheesecake with a small hint of lemon topped with your favorite fresh fruits. It’s a delightful, sweet, and satisfying recipe your family can make again and again to enjoy during those warm summer months. Find more recipes perfect for summer at Culinary.net.

It has the smooth, creamy texture of cheesecake mixed with a hint of tart lemon juice. Topped with raspberries, mint, and oranges, the burst of fresh fruit enhances the cheesecake flavor. It’s the perfect sweet treat for summer for people of all ages with its bright colors and varying flavors.

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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter then press into a springform pan. Beat cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk,

Servings: 6-8 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted

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Lemon Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 3 eggs 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 orange, peeled and separated 8 raspberries 3 mint leaves, for garnish Heat oven to 350 F. 1. In medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into 9-inch springform pan. 2. In large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add eggs, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract; mix until combined. 3. Pour into pan. Bake 50-55 minutes, or until center springs back when lightly pressed. 4. Chill in refrigerator until completely cooled. Arrange orange slices around border of cake and place raspberries in middle. Top with mint leaves. (Culinary.net) l


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