🍋 No-Bake Woolworth's Lemon Cheesecake

This **No-Bake Woolworth's Lemon Cheesecake** is a creamy, tangy, and perfectly balanced dessert that's been a beloved classic for decades! Inspired by the famous South African supermarket treat, this version features a buttery biscuit base and a silky lemon filling — no oven required. It's refreshing, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time: 20 min | Chill Time: 6+ hours | Total Time: 6 hrs 20 min

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Crust: 200g (about 2 cups) digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed
100g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp sugar (optional)
Filling: 500g (1.1 lb) cream cheese, softened
1 can (397g) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup lemon juice (about 3–4 large lemons)
1 tbsp lemon zest (optional, for extra flavor)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
Topping (optional): Whipped cream, lemon slices, or berries

Instructions

Make crust: Mix crushed biscuits, melted butter, and optional sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill for 15 minutes.
Beat filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add condensed milk, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
Fold in cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble: Pour filling over the crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best results.
Serve: Remove from pan, slice with a warm knife, and top with whipped cream and lemon slices if desired.

Tip: For a golden top, lightly torch the surface before chilling. You can also use a ready-made graham cracker crust to save time!

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