No-Bake Classic Woolworth Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients:
– 1 package (3 oz) lemon Jell-O
– 1 cup boiling water
– 3 cups graham cracker crumbs (1 box), divided
– 1 stick (1/2 cup) melted butter
– 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 5 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk, well chilled, or 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Directions:
1. Prepare the Jell-O:
– Dissolve the lemon Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water.
– Allow it to cool until slightly thickened.
2. Make the Crust:
– In a bowl, mix 3/4 of the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until well blended.
– Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan to form a crust.
– Save the rest of the crumbs to sprinkle on top of the dessert.
3. Whip the Milk:
– In a large bowl, beat the chilled evaporated milk or heavy whipping cream until it becomes fluffy.
4. Mix the Filling:
– In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with the sugar and lemon juice using a mixer until smooth.
– Gradually add the thickened Jell-O to the cream cheese mixture, mixing slowly.
– Carefully fold in the whipped evaporated milk or whipped cream.
5. Assemble the Cheesecake:
– Spread the filling evenly over the crust in the 9×13-inch pan.
– Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs over the top of the filling.
6. Chill the Cheesecake:
– Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
– Make sure it’s covered while chilling.
Enjoy this classic no-bake Woolworth cheesecake as a delicious dessert for any occasion!
