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No-Bake Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake – Easy, Refreshing & Creamy Dessert

  • Author: Mary

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • ½ teaspoon lemon extract (optional)

  • 1½ cups chopped fresh strawberries

For the Strawberry Coulis (optional):

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

For Garnish:

  • Whipped cream (optional)

  • Fresh strawberry halves (optional)

Instructions

 

  1. Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Freeze while preparing the filling.

  2. Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon extract if using. Mix until well blended. Fold in chopped strawberries.

  3. Add filling to crust: Spread the filling over the crust and smooth the top.

  4. Make the coulis (optional): Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until soft and thickened (about 5-7 minutes). Strain if desired. Cool.

  5. Top and chill: Drizzle the coulis over the cheesecake and swirl if desired. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.

  6. Serve: Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if you like. Slice and enjoy!

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