Easy No Bake Lemon Cheesecake: A Delightful Summer Treat
A refreshing and simple dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the whipped cream gently until incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake filling into the crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Slice and serve chilled, garnished with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemon zest.
- This cheesecake can be topped with fresh fruit or a fruit sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg