Description

A no-bake Lemon Icebox Cheesecake that combines a creamy lemon filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfectly tangy, sweet, and refreshing, it's a nostalgic dessert that's easy to make and great for warm-weather gatherings.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup coconut oil or melted butter

2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt

2/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/8 teaspoon salt

Optional: whipped coconut cream or whipped topping, for serving

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Instructions

Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted coconut oil or butter until evenly moistened.
Press the crust mixture into the bottom of a lined 8-inch springform pan and chill while preparing the filling.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the yogurt, maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until fully combined and silky.
Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, until set.
Before serving, optionally top with whipped coconut cream and a sprinkle of lemon zest.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free cream cheese and yogurt.

Crushed gluten-free cookies or vanilla wafers can be used instead of graham crackers.

Maple syrup and honey are both great sweetener options depending on preference.

Try lime juice and zest for a citrus variation.

Use muffin tins with liners for individual servings.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze individual slices for up to a month.

Let frozen slices thaw in the fridge before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 298
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg