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No Bake Classic Woolworth Cheesecake

A light, airy, and nostalgic no-bake cheesecake with a hint of lemon, layered over a buttery graham cracker crust. This vintage dessert is fluffy, refreshing, and perfect for warm days or easy entertaining.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Family Favorites, Holiday Treats, No-Bake Desserts, Vintage Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 oz lemon gelatin 1 package
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3 cups graham cracker crumbs divided
  • 1/2 cup butter melted (1 stick)
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 can evaporated milk well chilled or substitute with 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

Method
 

  1. Dissolve lemon gelatin in boiling water and let cool until slightly thickened.
  2. Mix 2 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan to form the crust. Reserve remaining crumbs.
  3. Whip chilled evaporated milk (or heavy cream) until light and fluffy.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
  5. Mix in the thickened gelatin, then gently fold in the whipped milk mixture until fully combined.
  6. Spread filling over crust and sprinkle reserved graham cracker crumbs on top.
  7. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until set. Serve chilled.

Notes

Chill overnight for best texture. Add fresh berries on top for extra flavor and color.