Lemon Cream Delight

Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Lemon Cream Delight, a no-fuss dessert that perfectly balances zesty citrus with velvety creaminess. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, this treat is crowned with a luscious layer of lemon-infused cream cheese filling, whipped to airy lightness with fresh lemon juice and zest. A quick 20-minute preparation followed by a relaxing chill in the refrigerator makes it an ideal make-ahead dessert for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Garnished with vibrant lemon slices and mint leaves, this crowd-pleaser is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're craving a refreshing dessert or looking for an elegant finish to your meal, this Lemon Cream Delight hits all the right notes.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cups heavy whipping cream
• 0.33 cups lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 4 slices lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch round baking dish or springform pan to form the crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

Step 5

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the heavy whipping cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Continue to beat on medium-high speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.

Step 7

Spread the lemon cream mixture evenly over the cooled crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or until set. For best results, chill overnight.

Step 9

Once set, carefully remove the dessert from the pan if using a springform pan.

Step 10

Garnish the top with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices, if desired.

Step 11

Slice into servings and enjoy your Lemon Cream Delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3808.9

Total Fat 273.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 161.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 749.4mg	0%
Sodium 1908.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 302.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 193.7g
Protein 28.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 370.0mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 659.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.1%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 32.0%