Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (180g) Graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup (75g) Unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (25g) Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) Salt
  • 16 oz (450g) Full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1.25 cups (300ml) Heavy whipping cream, chilled

Instructions:

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Pour the crumb mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and press firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides using the bottom of a measuring cup until compact and smooth.
  3. In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until completely smooth and lump-free.
  5. Stir the vanilla extract and fresh lemon juice into the cream cheese mixture.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula with a cut-and-fold motion to maintain aeration.
  7. Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to set.