Lemon Party Cheesecake

JustaQT's Note:

This elegant dessert is perfect for any celebration.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 55 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 12

• 1 (18 ½ ounce) package yellow cake mix
• 4 eggs (divided)
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese , softened
• 1 (14 ounce) can Eagle Brand Condensed Milk (NOT EVAPORATED MILK)
• ¼-1⁄3; cup lemon juice concentrate
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon rind (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 300º.
2. Reserve 1/2 cup dry cake mix.
3. In large mixing bowl, combine remaining cake mix, 1 egg and oil; mix well (mixture will be crumbly).
4. Press down firmly on bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
5. In same bowl, beat cheese until fluffy.
6. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
7. Add remaining 3 eggs and reserved 1/2 cup cake mix; on medium speed, beat 1 minute.
8. Stir in remaining ingredients.
9. Pour into prepared pan.
10. Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until center is set.
11. Cool to room temperature.
12. Chill thoroughly.
13. Cut into squares to serve.
14. Garnish as desired.
15. Refrigerate leftovers.