Ingredients

• 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
• 16 ounces cream cheese
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Beat softened cream cheese slightly. Add eggs, sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy. Pour mixture into crust.
3. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) until firm, about 25 minutes. Let cheesecake cool then top with cherry or blueberry pie filling, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.