Description

Cool, creamy, and perfectly nostalgic, this No Bake Classic Woolworth Cheesecake is an easy dessert that’s light, lemony, and irresistibly fluffy. It’s a perfect addition to your list of quick desserts, easy recipes, or no-bake favorites. Whether you’re looking for a healthy-ish snack, sweet breakfast idea, or a crowd-pleasing dessert, this vintage gem delivers every time with minimal effort.

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk, well-chilled

1 package (3 oz) lemon Jell-O

1 cup hot water

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into a 9×13-inch pan. Chill while preparing the filling.

2. Chill evaporated milk in the freezer for 30 minutes, then whip until fluffy. Set aside.

3. Dissolve lemon Jell-O in 1 cup of hot water. Let it cool to room temperature without setting.

4. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

5. Mix in lemon juice and the cooled Jell-O mixture.

6. Gently fold in the whipped evaporated milk until fully combined.

7. Pour the mixture over the chilled crust and smooth the top.

8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firm.

9. Slice and serve chilled. Add toppings if desired.

Notes

Make sure the evaporated milk is very cold before whipping—this creates the fluffy texture.

Don’t rush the chilling process; it needs at least 4 hours to fully set.

For a firmer crust, bake it for 8 minutes at 350°F, then cool before adding filling.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: no bake cheesecake, vintage dessert, Woolworth cheesecake, easy recipe, quick dessert