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No-Bake Lemon & White Chocolate Cheesecake

This effortless no-bake cheesecake combines the flavors of lemon and creamy white chocolate, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 280 g digestive biscuits
  • 150 g unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 75 g icing sugar
  • 300 g white chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
  • 300 ml double cream
  • 1 teaspoon lemon flavouring
  • 500 g Philadelphia or full-fat cream cheese
Decoration
  • White chocolate shavings or curls for decoration
  • Lemon zest for decoration
  • Extra whipped cream optional, for decoration
  • Lemon curd or lemon glaze optional, for decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line the base of a 20cm springform or loose-bottom cake tin with baking parchment.
  2. Blitz the digestive biscuits in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Mix with the melted butter until evenly coated.
  3. Firmly press the biscuit mixture into the base of the tin using the back of a spoon. Place in the fridge to chill while preparing the filling.
  4. Gently melt the white chocolate in the microwave or over a bowl of simmering water. Leave to cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, icing sugar, and lemon flavouring until smooth.
  6. Mix in the cooled melted white chocolate until fully combined.
  7. In a separate bowl, whip the double cream to soft peaks, then gently fold into the cheesecake mixture until thick and creamy.
Assembly
  1. Spoon the filling over the chilled biscuit base and smooth the top evenly.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight, until firm and fully set.
  3. Top with white chocolate curls, lemon zest, and a glossy layer of lemon curd or glaze to recreate the beautiful finish.
Serving
  1. Slice and enjoy chilled, preferably with a dollop of whipped cream and a scatter of fresh berries or lemon slices.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, add fresh lemon juice. For mini versions, use a muffin tray. Pair with espresso for a delightful twist.