Description

These no-bake lemon cheesecake cups combine a buttery graham crust with a light, creamy lemon cheesecake layer. They are easy to prepare and perfect for a refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

4 tablespoons melted butter

2 tablespoons sugar

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

extra lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs melted butter and sugar until mixture resembles damp sand

2. Press crumb mixture into the base of six serving cups and chill

3. Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth then add lemon juice lemon zest and vanilla extract

4. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture

5. Spoon or pipe the lemon cheesecake filling over the chilled crusts

6. Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 2 to 3 hours

7. Just before serving top each cup with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lemon zest

8. Serve chilled and enjoy the creamy lemon dessert

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: no-bake
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 250
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 150
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 10
Unsaturated Fat: 6
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 0.5
Protein: 4
Cholesterol: 50

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