Description
A rich and silky no-bake dessert with a tangy lemon filling on a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for gatherings or a quick treat, it requires no oven and can be made in minutes with minimal effort.
Ingredients
16 ounces cream cheese (two 8-ounce blocks), softened to room temperature
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
1/3 cup lemon juice (from 2 large lemons), freshly squeezed
Zest of 1 lemon, divided (2/3 for filling, 1/3 for garnish)
1 (10-inch) graham cracker crust
Instructions
Place softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat on high for 1 minute until smooth.
Add sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and 2/3 of the lemon zest to the bowl.
Beat on high speed for about 4 minutes, scraping down the sides, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the reserved lemon zest over the top.
Refrigerate uncovered for 3 to 4 hours until the filling is firm to the touch.
Cover with plastic wrap or foil after the first 2 hours if desired.
Notes
Use a gluten-free crust if needed.
This dessert can be prepared up to a day in advance.
For a vegan option, use vegan condensed milk and dairy-free cream cheese.
For a nutty twist, sprinkle crushed toasted almonds or pistachios on top before chilling.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 slice)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg