Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies
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200 g granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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110 g butter
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1 large egg (59-60 g with shell)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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210 g all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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1 tablespoon poppy seeds
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Cheesecake Frosting
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200 g cream cheese, cold
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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75 g powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon agave or honey
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120 g heavy cream
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Poppy seeds for sprinkling on top (optional)
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Lemon slices for decoration (optional)
# Instructions:
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Melt the butter in the microwave or in a small saucepan over low-medium heat until just melted. Avoid bubbling to retain the liquid. Pour the melted butter into a large mixing bowl and cool in the fridge to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
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In a bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub together until the mixture resembles wet sand to release the lemon flavor.
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Once butter is cooled, add the lemon sugar and mix with a rubber spatula or stand mixer for 1 minute. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
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In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
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Using a 2 tbsp (53 g) cookie scoop, scoop 11 portions, roll them into balls, and place on a tray lined with baking paper. Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 180ºC (355ºF). Place 6 cookies on a lined baking sheet. Bake one batch at a time for 10-11 minutes. Let cookies cool on the baking tray for 3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
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In a medium bowl or stand mixer, whisk cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, agave or honey, and heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate if making ahead.
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Using a piping bag with a Wilton 2A tip, pipe frosting onto cooled cookies in a swirl from the center outward. Sprinkle with poppy seeds and decorate with lemon slices or zest if desired.
# Notes:
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Weigh ingredients for precise results. Baking requires precision for consistency.