No Bake Classic Woolworth Cheesecake
This light, fluffy, and refreshingly tangy cheesecake is a nostalgic favorite inspired by the famous Woolworth department store dessert.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x13 inch Pan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 box lemon Jell-O (3 oz)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 box graham cracker crumbs (3 cups total) divided
- 1/2 cup melted butter (1 stick)
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 can evaporated milk well chilled (or 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream)
Instructions
- Dissolve the lemon Jell-O in boiling water in a small bowl. Let cool slightly until it begins to thicken (but not set).
- In another bowl, mix about 2 1/4 cups of the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into a greased 9x13-inch pan to form the crust. Reserve remaining crumbs for topping.
- Whip chilled evaporated milk or heavy cream until light and fluffy; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Stir in cooled, thickened Jell-O until blended.
- Fold in whipped milk/cream until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Spread the filling over the crust, then sprinkle remaining crumbs over the top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Chill the evaporated milk overnight for best whipping volume. Use fresh lemon juice for enhanced flavor. For easy slicing, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe between cuts.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Fat: 17g