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Small Lemon Cheesecake topped with creamy lemon vanilla topping in individual cups.

Mini No-Bake Lemon Cheesecakes with Creamy Vanilla Topping


  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

These mini no-bake lemon cheesecakes feature a buttery graham cracker crust, tangy lemon cheesecake filling, and a silky creamy vanilla topping. They are easy to make, require no oven, and are perfect individual desserts for gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 12 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Instructions

    1. Combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until the crumbs are evenly coated.

    2. Press about two tablespoons of the crust mixture into the bottom of each cup and chill for 10 minutes.

    3. Beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.

    4. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and mix until lump free.

    5. Stir in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.

    6. Spoon or pipe the lemon cheesecake filling over the chilled crusts and smooth the tops.

    7. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

    8. Spread the creamy vanilla topping over the lemon filling.

    9. Refrigerate the cheesecakes for at least 3 hours or overnight until fully set.

    10. Garnish with lemon curls, berries, or mint leaves before serving.

    • Prep Time: 25 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: no-bake
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
    • Calories: 250
    • Sugar: 15
    • Sodium: 150
    • Fat: 18
    • Saturated Fat: 10
    • Unsaturated Fat: 5
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 20
    • Fiber: 0
    • Protein: 4
    • Cholesterol: 50

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