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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the refreshing citrus flavor of this easy-to-make No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy, tangy filling, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, especially during the summer.


Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, cold

Optional Garnish:

  • Whipped cream
  • Lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a pan and chill.
  2. Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, lemon zest, juice, and vanilla. Fold in whipped cream.
  3. Assemble: Pour filling over crust, chill for 6 hours.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Top with whipped cream and lemon slices.

Notes

  • For a firmer texture, freeze before serving.
  • You can use digestive biscuits instead of graham crackers.