Description
These No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Cups are a delightful blend of creamy, tangy flavors with a crunchy crust. Quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion, this recipe features simple ingredients like cream cheese, whipped cream, and fresh lemon that come together beautifully. An easy option for dessert lovers looking for a homemade treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 24 ounces full fat cream cheese
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- zest of 2 large lemons
- juice of one lemon
- 1 1/2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
- more whipped cream and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
- Distribute the mixture evenly into 6 dessert bowls and press down.
- In a large bowl, beat room temperature cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in lemon zest and juice until combined.
- Gently fold in whipped cream using a rubber spatula until mixed.
- Transfer the cheesecake mixture into a piping bag and swirl it on top of the crumb mixture in each cup.
- Chill the cups in the fridge for about 2 hours.
- Top each cup with whipped cream and a slice of lemon before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
Feel free to adjust the lemon juice according to your taste preference.
These cups can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
