Description
A refreshing and easy no-bake lemon cheesecake topped with your favorite cherry or blueberry pie filling. This dessert features a crunchy graham cracker crust combined with a creamy lemon pudding and cream cheese mixture, perfect for warm days or whenever you want a quick, crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Crust
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅔ cup margarine or butter (melted)
- 1 cup white sugar
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups milk (divided)
- 2 packages lemon instant pudding mix
Topping
- 1 can pie filling (cherry or blueberry recommended)
Instructions
- Mix, press, and cool. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 2/3 cup melted margarine or butter, and 1 cup white sugar. Mix thoroughly using a rubber spatula until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish, using the bottom of a flat 1-cup measure to compact it tightly. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to set.
- Beat filling. In a bowl, beat together two 8 oz packages of softened cream cheese with 1 cup of milk until smooth. Gradually add the remaining 3 cups of milk along with two packages of lemon instant pudding mix. Beat slowly for about 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined. Avoid overbeating to maintain the creamy texture.
- Pour, spread, cool, and serve. Pour the lemon cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust. Gently spread 1 can of cherry or blueberry pie filling on top. Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving. Enjoy this delicious, tangy, and creamy dessert!
Notes
- Using softened cream cheese helps achieve a smooth filling without lumps.
- Chill the crust properly to ensure it holds together well when topped.
- Do not overbeat the filling to prevent it from becoming too soft or watery.
- The pie filling on top adds sweetness and a fruity contrast; cherry and blueberry are recommended but feel free to try other flavors.
- This cheesecake tastes best after chilling overnight, allowing flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American