2cupsgraham cracker crumbs(about 13 graham crackers)
2tablespoonssugar
½cupunsalted butter(1 stick), melted
16ouncescream cheese(2 8-ounce packages), at room temperature
½cupsugar
1tablespoonlemon juice
1teaspoonlemon zest
1teaspoonvanilla
2eggs
Instructions
If desired, line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, making sure that it covers the sides of the pan. Grease pan or parchment paper/aluminum foil. Heat oven to 325F.
Mix together graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter. Press over the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.
Increase heat to 350F.
Beat cream cheese until smooth, using an electric mixer on medium speed. Scrape down the bowl and add sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla, beating until smooth, scraping down the bowl as needed. Add in eggs, one at a time, mixing until just combined. Spread over graham cracker crust. Bake at 350F for 18-20 minutes, until batter is set.
Cool on wire rack, then chill in the refrigerator. Remove from pan using the parchment or aluminum (if using) before cutting. Otherwise, cut in the pan.