Cream Cheese Lemon Dessert
This Cream Cheese Lemon Dessert is a delightful combination of creamy and tangy flavors. It’s a simple and refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker pie crust
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the graham cracker pie crust.
- Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices, if desired.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese. You can also add a layer of lemon curd under the cream cheese filling for an extra burst of lemon flavor.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/cream-cheese-lemon-dessert/