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No Bake Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

This No Bake Lemon Cheesecake is creamy, tangy, and perfectly refreshing. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich lemon filling, and no oven required, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 servings

Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

    • 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs (about 14-16 full crackers)
    • 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
    • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Lemon Cheesecake Filling:

    • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
    • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
    • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
    • 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice (about 3-4 large lemons)
    • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings:

  • Fresh whipped cream
  • Lemon slices or twists
  • Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
  • Lemon curd drizzle
  • White chocolate shavings
  • Candied lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper, grease the sides lightly.
  2. Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add melted butter and mix until moistened. Press firmly into the pan and refrigerate to set.
  3. Make the cream cheese filling: Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon zest, vanilla, and salt. Fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
  4. Prepare the filling: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in two additions.
  5. Assemble: Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared crust, smooth the top, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
  6. Serve: Top with optional garnishes like whipped cream, fresh berries, lemon slices, or lemon curd. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

This cheesecake is best made the day before and chilled overnight for the best texture. Fresh lemon juice and zest make a huge difference, so don’t substitute with bottled juice. The graham cracker crust can be swapped for shortbread or Oreo for a different flavor base.

  • Author: Ouma Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourrecipesguide.com/2026/01/29/no-bake-lemon-cheesecake-recipe/