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No Bake Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

This No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake is a creamy, tangy dessert that's perfect for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, lemony filling, it's easy to make and requires no oven time. Top with fresh fruit or a drizzle of lemon glaze for a refreshing finish!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
Calories: 436kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 12

Equipment

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup butter melted

Filling:

  • 3 packages cream cheese full fat
  • 1 ½ cups powdered icing sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  • Line a 9" Springform pan with parchment paper (optional for easy removal).
    Preparing the Springform Pan for the Cheesecake with Parchment Paper Lining
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter, then press into the bottom and about 1/2" up the sides of the pan.
    Making the Graham Cracker Crust for the No-Bake Cheesecake
  • Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth.
    Beating the Cream Cheese to a Smooth Consistency for the Cheesecake Filling
  • Add powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla, then beat until smooth.
    Adding Powdered Sugar, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Vanilla to the Cheesecake Filling
  • In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream on high until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
    Beating Heavy Cream
  • Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon flavor with extra sugar or zest if desired.
    Pouring the Creamy Cheesecake Filling
  • Pour filling into the crust, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Serve with sweetened whipped cream.
    Refrigerating the Cheesecake

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 102g | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 0.59g | Sugar: 18.22g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 0.78mg