Delectable No-Bake Lemon Strawberry Cheesecake 🍋🍓

Delectable No-Bake Lemon Strawberry Cheesecake 🍓

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• Additional strawberries and lemon zest for garnish

Directions:

In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined.
Add lemon zest and fresh lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture, and beat until incorporated.
Pour half of the lemon cream cheese mixture over the crust. Arrange the sliced strawberries over the mixture, then pour the remaining mixture on top.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold in the powdered sugar.
Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cheesecake.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Before serving, garnish with additional strawberries and lemon zest.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 12 servings