Ingredients
- 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) lemon-flavored gelatin powder
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 package (8 oz / 225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 can (12 oz / 354 ml) evaporated milk, very well chilled
Instructions
- Dissolve the lemon gelatin in 1 cup boiling water, stirring until completely melted. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the granulated sugar and continue mixing until fully combined and lump-free.
- Mix in the cooled gelatin mixture and lemon juice until smooth and blended.
- In a separate bowl, beat the chilled evaporated milk until thick and fluffy, like softly whipped cream.
- Gently fold the whipped evaporated milk into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining the airy texture.
- Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 9-inch square or pie dish and smooth the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use a graham cracker crust for added texture and flavor.
- Add 1 tsp lemon zest for extra brightness.
- Reduce sugar to 3/4 cup for a lighter sweetness.
- Chill evaporated milk thoroughly before whipping for best results.
- Serve in dessert cups for individual portions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
