How to Make Quick Lemon Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in need of a dessert that's both refreshing and indulgent, look no further than this quick and easy recipe for Lemon Cheesecake. With a creamy filling and a tangy citrus flavor, it's the perfect treat for any occasion. Best of all, you can whip it up in no time, making it a great option for those last-minute dinner parties or impromptu gatherings with friends and family.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 ounce) package lemon-flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup hot water
  • ¼ pound butter
  • 8 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 (14.4 ounce) packages graham crackers, crushed into fine crumbs
  • 2 lemons, zested
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 8-inch cheesecake

  • Pour gelatin mix into a bowl and add 1 cup hot water. Stir until dissolved. Set aside and do not chill.
  • Melt butter in a heat-resistant measuring cup in a microwave, about 30 seconds. Transfer melted butter to a bowl. Add sugar and mix well. Pour in graham cracker crumbs and mix well. Place crumb mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch pie pan and shape into a crust.
  • Stir lemon zest into warm gelatin mixture. Add cream cheese and mix until any lumps are gone. Pour filling into the prepared crust. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • Nutrition

    657 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 74mg
    • Sodium: 739mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 84g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 43g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 199mg