No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake
This no-bake lemon cheesecake offers a creamy, tangy dessert with bright flavor and effortless preparation.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand Mixer
- Freezer
- Spatula
- Tray
- Scoop
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until evenly coated and slightly crumbly.
- Press firmly into a tray to form a compact crust layer.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add sugar, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla, mixing until light and fluffy.
- Fold in whipped cream gently to keep the texture airy and smooth.
- Spread filling evenly over crust and smooth the top.
- Chill until firm, then slice cleanly for neat, creamy servings.
Notes
For softer texture, chill less time; for firmer slices, refrigerate longer or freeze briefly. Keep ingredients cold during assembly. Adjust lemon intensity to taste or add berries for variation. Store refrigerated up to five days or freeze longer. Let sit slightly before serving.