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A square slice of no-bake lemon jello cheesecake, highlighted by a lemon slice and mint leaf garnish, with crumbs scattered on the plate.

Lemon Jello Cheesecake Recipe

This Lemon Jello Cheesecake Recipe combines a buttery almond crust with a tangy lemon filling and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for gatherings, this no-bake filling dessert is light, refreshing, and guaranteed to impress.
Servings

Ingredients

For the Crust (9x13-inch pan):

  • 1 cup 2 sticks butter, softened (226 grams)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar 119 grams
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 280 grams
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds 45 grams

For the Lemon Filling:

  • 2 small boxes Lemon Jello
  • 2 cups hot water
  • 2 packages 8 oz each cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 pint whipping cream

Instructions
 

Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and brown sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the flour, blending it into the butter mixture using a pastry blender or fork until a crumbly texture forms. Incorporate the sliced almonds, ensuring even distribution.
  2. Firmly press the crust mixture into a greased 9x13-inch pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely before proceeding.

Prepare the Lemon Jello Mixture:

  1. In a medium bowl, dissolve the Lemon Jello powder in 2 cups of hot water, stirring until fully dissolved. Set aside and allow it to cool completely. This step is crucial to prevent melting the cream cheese during the next stage.

Whip the Cream Cheese Mixture:

  1. In a separate large bowl, whip the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Ensure there are no lumps for a velvety filling texture.

Whip the Cream:

  1. Using a chilled bowl and whisk or an electric mixer, whip the whipping cream until it reaches stiff peaks. This process creates the light, airy texture essential for the filling.

Combine the Filling Components:

  1. Once the Lemon Jello mixture has cooled, gradually blend it into the cream cheese mixture. Whisk until the color is uniform and the mixture is smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the combined mixture using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.

Assemble the Cheesecake:

  1. Pour the filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Smooth the surface for a uniform appearance.

Chill and Set:

  1. Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the filling is firm and fully set.

Serve:

  1. Slice into squares or desired portions, garnish as preferred, and serve chilled.

Notes

To make this Lemon Jello Cheesecake gluten-free, replace the all-purpose flour in the crust with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Ensure that all other ingredients, such as the Jello and sliced almonds, are certified gluten-free.
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