Season's Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring and summer with Season's Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake, a no-bake dessert bursting with creamy, citrusy goodness and a luscious strawberry topping. The velvety filling, made from rich cream cheese, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of zest, is nestled atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Crowned with a layer of fresh, juicy strawberries and a glossy strawberry jam glaze, this cheesecake delivers a delightful balance of tangy and sweet in every bite. Requiring just 30 minutes of prep and no oven time, it’s the perfect make-ahead treat for gatherings or special occasions. Whether you're celebrating a festive event or simply enjoying the flavors of the season, this cheesecake is as stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for crust)
• 24 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
• 0.25 cups Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 0.5 cups Strawberry jam
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Melt the unsalted butter and stir it into the crumbs mixture until well blended.

Step 3

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the heavy whipping cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat on medium-high speed until smooth and fluffy.

Step 6

Pour the filling onto the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.

Step 7

In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry jam and water over low heat until smooth and slightly runny. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 8

Top the chilled cheesecake with the sliced strawberries, arranging them in a decorative pattern.

Step 9

Drizzle the cooled strawberry jam glaze over the strawberries.

Step 10

Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1865.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5696.7

Total Fat 391.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 225.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1117.3mg	0%
Sodium 3745.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 483.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 314.4g
Protein 62.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 881.7mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1601.8mg	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: 61.7%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 33.9%