No Bake Lemon Cheesecake
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I don’t know about you, but our house is hot in the summer! We don’t have central air conditioning so using the oven is not something I like to do. When I was asked to make dessert for a family gathering, I decided on this No Bake Lemon Cheesecake for that reason.
It was super easy to make with very few ingredients. I chose to buy a graham cracker crust, which made it even easier. All I had to do what mix the ingredients in a bowl and pour them into the pre-made crust.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Cream Cheese
- Milk
- Lemon Instant Pudding Mix
- Graham Cracker Crust
Equipment You May Need
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Fork
- Mixer
- Pie Server
Helpful Tips
- To soften the cream cheese, I set it out a couple of hours before I was going to make the cheesecake. It was easy to stir in with a fork that way.
- If you decide to make this at the last minute, you can soften the cream cheese in the microwave for about 15 seconds at a time. Be sure to remove the foil wrap first!
Variations and Substitutions
- Substitute chocolate pudding mix for the lemon pudding mix.
- Make vanilla cheesecake by substituting vanilla pudding mix for the lemon pudding mix.
- Substitute pistachio pudding mix for the lemon pudding mix.
Other Recipes You May Enjoy
If lemon cakes are more your style, try my Lemon Gold Cake! You may also want to try my Pumpkin Chiffon Pie, my Strawberry Angel Food Delight, or my Cinnamon Crumb Cake. This Pistachio Cheesecake and this New York Cheesecake are also delicious.
No Bake Lemon Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 8 Ounces Cream Cheese (1 package) Softened
- 2 Cups Milk
- 1 Package Lemon Instant Pudding Mix
- 1 Graham Cracker Crust 8- or 9-Inch
Instructions
- Stir cream cheese with a fork until softened.
- Add Β½ Cup of milk at a time, blending until smooth.
- Add pudding mix and beat with mixer until well mixed (about 1 minute).
- Pour into premade graham cracker crust.
- Chill in refrigerator until set (4-8 hours).
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62 Comments
bournemouthgirl
I like cheesecake, this sounds good. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Lauren
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! I hope you get to try it. π
Simona ~ The Grumpy Olive
Heidi, I’m actually going to get lemon pudding mix to try this out! It’s gotten so so hot in the UK all of a sudden, we are avoiding using the oven too!
Heidi Bruaw
I hope you like it! It’s so easy and delicious. I’m sorry you guys are having to endure the heat now too.
Isa A
I feel like screaming I can’t believe it it’s so easy I wanna cry!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks heidi!! Thanks heidi. I’m only and only express way. Will see this before fixing. Love you. Xx
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Heidi Bruaw
It is amazingly easy! It’s definitely great for people who don’t make desserts too often. π
Kevin Foodie
This is a very easy recipe. Love the play on the lemon π pudding mix. This was genius. Thanks for sharing your delicious cheesecake recipe.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is super easy and can be made with any flavor. π
Ruth| Ruthiee loves Glamour
Wow! This looks so fabulous! I have never had lemon cheesecake before but this looks so fab and easy to do. I’m so willing to give it a try! Thank you for sharing
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! I hope you get to try it and enjoy it. π
Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama
Ohh yummy!! Thank you so much for sharing this! I can’t wait to give it a try.
Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! It is super easy and delicious. π
Sarah
This is awesome! I love how simple it is and also no bake. We donβt have air conditioning either this summer and I dread turning on the oven! Plus, lemon and cheesecake sounds like a delicious combo!
Heidi Bruaw
Thanks! Yes, lemon and cheesecake is a lovely flavor combo!
Jaya Avendel
I am in love with how smooth and creamy this cheesecake looks! Lemon is my summer flavor; it is so cooling, and my favorite thing is I do not have to bake myself whilst baking this.
Thanks for sharing! π
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, no bake recipes are amazing in the summer! π
Teresa Pena
I want to make my cheesecake ahead of time. How many days can you keep the cheesecake in the refrigerator
Heidi Bruaw
Hi Teresa, if it’s in an airtight container, it should keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. I wouldn’t make it more than 3 days ahead of time so it will keep a couple of days after your event for leftovers (if there are any) :). I hope that helps! Please let me know how it turns out and if you have any other questions.
Headphonesthoughts
I love cheese cake. It is one of my favorite cakes. I have not ever made my own and would love to try this out. I would never have though to add lemon love the this idea. Totally have to try it out.
Heidi Bruaw
Lemon cheesecake is so yummy. You will have to give it a try, for sure! π
Unwanted Life
I absolutely love a cheese cake and this recipe seems super easy to make, so easy, that I should give it a try and treat myself
Heidi Bruaw
It is super easy so I hope you get to try it!
Kelly Diane
This sounds so refreshing and perfect for these hot days we’re currently having.
Heidi Bruaw
It is definitely refreshing!
Sue Berk Koch
This recipe is so easy! I’ll need to print it and keep it on hand for a last minute dessert option. Thank you!
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, it is great for last minute desserts!
readandreviewit1
Great recipe! My dad loves cheesecake so will have to make this for him at some point. Thanks for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! I bet he would love this then!
Jodie | That Happy Reader
This is a great idea for a no bake dessert and I love lemon! Thanks for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! Lemon is super yummy; I agree!
middleagefanclub
Cheesecake! One of my favourite things. This one looks fantastic. Thanks for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you!
Molly @ Transatlantic Notes
I like how easy this recipe sounds — thanks for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, super easy! π
Laura Hitt
Love the no bake part! I’ll have to try!
Heidi Bruaw
It’s really easy! π
Maria
This sounds and looks delicious!! I will definitely have to try it π
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Heidi Bruaw
Thank you!
Dora - The Budgeting Minimalist
This sounds like the perfect recipe for summer! I feel you, I hate turning on the oven when it’s this hot. I have never made cheesecake before, although I love baking and cooking. The thing is, always felt like it was too dificult for me to make, so I never actually tried. This recipe seems super easy, so I’ll definitely give it a try this summer! Thank you for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
I hope you get to try it! It’s nice to have no bake recipes in the summer. π
Raji (@journeyintofantasy)
Thanks for sharing this recipe! It looks delicious and I’m definitely going to be trying it out this summer!
Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! I hope you get to try it! π
lynnmumbingmejia
OMG! Yummy!! I’ve never had a lemon cheesecake before but it sounds fab. I actually am not that big of a fan of cheesecake but my family loves it so when I host, I usually pick one up for them! I’m going to pin this for later because it looks super easy! Thanks Heidi x
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Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! I hope they love it. π
wombatjambalayaoberon31620
I am not a fan of cheesecake but this cheesecake sounds refreshing and amazing. I cant wait to try it. Thank you for sharing.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you so much! It really is. π
Elle
This cheesecake sounds absolutely amazing. Itβs going straight on my list of things to bake ASAP! Xo
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is so easy and yummy. π
Elizabeth
Omg Heidi!! This looks so good!! I haven’t had cheesecake in awhile and I can’t wait to try this!! Thanks for sharing!!β¨
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy it!
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Kathy
Made this for my mom…came out very nice! I’m wondering if it can be frozen??
Heidi Bruaw
I’m so glad it turned out well for you! I haven’t frozen it myself, but I don’t see why not. π
lori
I remember my grandmother making this – it’s so delicious! What type of milk do you suggest? whole – 2% – skim?
Heidi Bruaw
Hi Lori, that’s so fun! I love hearing connections like that. Food equals memories. I would suggest whole or 2% for this recipe. I used 2% and it was perfect. π
Gina T.
I cannot believe how easy this cheesecake was to make. I am always intimidated by new recipes, but you made it look easy and I am so glad I made it. It was a huge hit at my potluck party.
Heidi Bruaw
I’m happy to hear it was a hit!
Taryn Brown
Yum!! I can’t wait to try this!!
Melissa Cooper
This was an easy, light, and refreshing summer dessert for a neighborhood potluck. Will make again! π
Heidi Bruaw
Happy to hear that! π
Emily
This was so simple, refreshing, and delicious! We loved the bright lemon flavor!
Heidi Bruaw
Happy to hear that you liked it! π