No Bake Lemon Cheesecake Recipe
Want a tasty dessert that’s easy and quick? Try this no bake lemon cheesecake recipe! It’s creamy with a zesty lemon taste and doesn’t need baking.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric mixer
- 9-inch springform pan
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Zester
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup lemon juice about 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter.
- Press crumbs into the bottom of the springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour filling over the crust in the pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish with extra lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Whip the cream well for a light texture.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for best results.
- Add gelatin for a firmer texture if needed.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.