No Bake Cheesecake I

This is as quick and easy as cheesecake recipes get, using cookies and graham crackers for a crust in a no-bake cheesecake.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 326 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• ¾ cup finely ground graham cracker crumbs
• ¾ cup pecan sandies cookies
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
• ½ cup sliced fresh strawberries (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a bowl, mix together crushed cookies and graham crackers with melted butter and the 3 tablespoons sugar.

Step 2

Press into a 7 inch springform pan. Place in refrigerator until ready for use.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/3 cup of sugar and lemon juice.

Step 4

Whip cream, and fold into cream cheese mixture.

Step 5

Spread into pan.

Step 6

Top with sliced strawberries (optional). Freeze for 1 hour, covered with foil.

Step 7

Place in refrigerator 30 minutes before serving.