No-Bake Woolworth Icebox Cheesecake
When you crave a tangy, creamy dessert that doesn't require a hot oven or complicated techniques, look no further than this timeless Woolworth Cheesecake. Ideal for Easter, Mother's Day, or any spring gathering, it's as simple as mixing and chilling.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 576kcal
Ingredients
- Lemon Jell-O 3 oz
- Boiling water 1 cup
- Graham cracker crumbs 3 cups, additional for thicker crust
- Melted butter 1 stick
- Cream cheese 8 oz
- Granulated sugar 1 cup
- Fresh lemon juice 5 tbsp
- Well-chilled evaporated milk or heavy whipping cream 1 can or 1 1/2 cups
Instructions
- Jell-O Preparation: Dissolve the lemon Jell-O in boiling water and set aside until it reaches a semi-solid consistency.
- Crust Formation: Combine 3/4 of the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Firmly press this mixture into the base of a 9x13-inch pan. Reserve the remaining crumbs for topping.
- Creamy Texture: Whisk the chilled evaporated milk or heavy whipping cream until it forms soft peaks.
- Cheesecake Mixture: In a different bowl, blend together cream cheese, granulated sugar, and lemon juice until it achieves a silky texture.
- Combine & Fill: Mix in the semi-thickened Jell-O to the cream cheese mixture. Gradually fold in the whipped cream or evaporated milk.
- Final Touch: Pour the entire blend over the previously prepared crust. Garnish with the leftover graham cracker crumbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 576kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 360mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g