Woolworth Cheesecake

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min. + chilling
Yield 16 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
This easy, no-bake cheesecake is a nostalgic nod to a classic dessert from Woolworth’s famous lunch counter.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon gelatin and boiling water until dissolved; set aside.
  2. In another large bowl, combine 2 cups graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 13x9-in. dish in an even layer.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese on medium speed until smooth, 3-4 minutes. Beat in sugar and lemon juice until fluffy.
  4. In another separate bowl, beat heavy cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, 4-5 minutes. Reduce mixer speed to low; beat in lemon gelatin and whipped cream into cream cheese until light and fluffy. Pour mixture over graham cracker crust and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup graham cracker crumbs. Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight. Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

1 slice: 327 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 195mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

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