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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake: Creamy, Refreshing, and Effortlessly Delicious


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  • Author: Natalie
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and refreshing no-bake lemon cheesecake with a buttery biscuit crust and a smooth citrus filling. It is easy to prepare and perfect for a light dessert without using the oven.


Ingredients

  • 200 g digestive biscuits, crushed
  • 100 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 400 g cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (397 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped


Instructions

  1. Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a 8–9 inch springform pan to form the crust.
  3. Refrigerate the crust for 20 minutes to set.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  6. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the filling becomes light and fluffy.
  7. Pour the lemon cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
  9. Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with lemon slices or zest.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the cheesecake overnight for a firmer texture.
  • You can substitute digestive biscuits with graham crackers.
  • Add a thin layer of lemon curd on top for extra lemon flavor.
  • Keep refrigerated and consume within 3–4 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: International