Lemon curd and lemon in general is one of my favourite ingredients to bake with. I just love that sharp citrus flavour in sweet baked goods! Or in this case, a No Bake Lemon Curd Cheesecake! My Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Curd Filling is one of the most popular recipes on my blog so I really wanted to create another fabulous lemon recipe for you all to enjoy. I’ve added lemon curd, lemon extract and lemon zest to this cheesecake filling so there is no doubt you’ll get that lemon hit in every bite! Plus there’s extract lemon curd on top which makes the whole cheesecake look so bright and summery. I used a good quality shop bought lemon curd, but you could also make your own too if you like.
Step by step…
To make the base I used my food processor to whizz up the biscuits into crumbs. I mixed in the melted butter and pressed the mixture into the bottom of a 23cm springform tin. I put it in the fridge for 30 minutes to set.
For the cheesecake filling I used my electric hand whisk to mix together the cream cheese, lemon zest, lemon extract, lemon curd and icing sugar. Once it was smooth with no lumps I added the double cream and whisked until it was very thick and held it’s shape.
Then I smoothed the mixture into the tin on top of the biscuit base and put it in the fridge overnight to set. The next day I removed it from the tin and smoothed the sides.
To decorate I piped swirls of whipped cream around the edges, then filled the centre with lemon curd and added lemon zest on top of the cream.
The Lemon Curd Cheesecake was so vibrant, creamy and fresh! I’d happily eat this anytime of year but I think it particuary suits summertime with it’s bright sunshine yellow centre!
How do I make sure the cheesecake sets?
When you’re mixing the filling, you want it to get to a stage where you can scoop some up with your spatula or spoon and you have to give it a tap on the side of the bowl or slight flick of the wrist to get the mixture off the spoon. If it’s sloppy and slides right off the spoon without any encouragement needed, then you need to mix it more. Always use an electric mixer for best results. It’s also very important to use full fat cream cheese and double cream (heavy cream), as any low fat versions will affect the setting of the cheesecake. I always set my cheesecake overnight in the fridge, I’d suggest a minimum of 4 hours.
Recommended Equipment and Ingredients*
| 23cm Springform tin | Electric hand mixer | Food processor |
| Wilton 2D Piping nozzle | Lemon Curd | Piping bags |
| Lemon extract | Zester |
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More Lemon Curd recipes…
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| Lemon Rainbow Cake | Lemon Meringue Cupcakes | Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Curd Filling |
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| Triple Lemon Cake | Lemon Curd & White Chocolate Bread Rolls |
Lemon Curd Cheesecake (No Bake)
Delicious creamy cheesecake with lots of lemon zing!
Ingredients
For the biscuit base
- 300 g Digestive biscuits
- 125 g Butter or baking spread melted
For the cheesecake filling
- 750 g Full fat cream cheese
- 125 g Icing sugar
- 150 g Lemon curd good quality shop bought or homemade
- 2 Lemons zest only
- 3 tsp Lemon extract
- 300 ml Double cream
For the decoration
- 300 ml Double cream
- 1 tbsp Icing sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 75 g Lemon curd good quality shop bought or homemade
- 1 Lemon zest only
Instructions
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To make the base use a food processor to whizz up the biscuits into crumbs, or bash them with a rolling pin in a bowl
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Mix in the melted butter and press the mixture into the bottom of a 23cm springform tin. Put it in the fridge for 30 minutes to set
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For the cheesecake filling use a food mixer with a whisk attachment or an electric hand whisk to mix together the cream cheese, lemon curd, lemon zest, lemon extract and icing sugar until smooth with no lumps
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Add the double cream and whisk until it is very thick and holds it's shape
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Smooth the mixture into the tin on top of the biscuit base, then put it in the fridge overnight, or for at least 4 hours, to set
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Remove from the tin and put on your serving plate. Smooth the sides with a butter knife to create a neater finish
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To decorate, whip up the double cream with the icing sugar and vanilla extract, and pipe it all around the edges of the cheesecake
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Pour the lemon curd into the centre and add the lemon zest on top of the cream
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Serve immediately, store any leftovers in the fridge and eat within 2 days
If you like this, check out more of my Cheesecake recipes!
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I’m linking this recipe up with Cook Blog Share hosted by Easy Peasy Foodie, and Fiesta Fridays hosted by Zoale and Angie.
This looks amazing! I’d eat it all! I’ve been meaning to remake some of my own cheesecake recipes to make them….bigger. I think you’ve just forced me to start today! Thanks 🙂
Thanks Donna! Glad I could inspire you 😀
I seriously need to stay away from your blog. The recipes are sooooo tempting! I love a good cheesecake and they’re so simple aren’t they? Yum.
Haha I hope that’s a good thing Vicki 😉
Wow, Kat, this looks amazing! What a beautiful dessert! Thank you for bringing your delicious cake to the party! Happy Fiesta Friday!
Thank you so much!
What a beautiful cheesecake! And lemon curd really is perfect for summer.. it always brightens up a dessert.
Dropping in from Fiesta Friday 🙂
Thanks so much Hali!
Absolutely love a cheesecake used to have them all the time as a kid. This looks delicious.
Thanks Rosie! I hope you give this a try 😀
Looks mouth-watering ❤️
Thank you!
So beautifully decorated. I can’t wait to try this recipe out xx
Let me know what you think Claire!
This looks so bright and zesty, perfect for summer!
Thanks Cat!
This looks absolutely delicious – I’ve had no-bake lemon cheesecakes lots (we have a favourite family recipe for one) but never one made with lemon curd! It sounds so sweet, tart, citrusy and perfect for summer!
Thanks Hannah! I’m a bit obsessed with lemon curd!!
I love love love lemon desserts and this one looks so beautiful too! Visiting via Melt In Your Mouth Monday 🙂
Thanks Marty!!
I cant tell you how much I would like a slice of this. Love all things lemonly and this dessert looks heavenly.
I wish I could share with you Jacqui!
This looks so pretty! My oldest always asks me to make more lemon desserts and he loves cheesecake so this is on the list. Thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks Lisa! Do let me know if you try it!
Made this yesterday for dessert for lunch with friends. Delicious! Unfortunately didnt note that it was 16 servings!! HAHA! There were only 4 of us! Is it possible to freeze whats left. (Have already visited neighbours with the odd piece).
Fully recommend it. Thanks.
Hi Janette, I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Sorry I don’t think you can freeze this type of cheesecake. You might like to try my Lemon Meringue Dessert Pots next time – 4 servings and lots of lovely lemon flavour 🙂
Love love love! Thank you so much for sharing your recipe, this is only the downing cheesecake I have ever made and it was so tasty! I was warned that none bake cheesecakes don’t hold their shape as well as baked ones but this cheesecake certainly did! I was very happy with the result and made your banoffee cheesecake the week after which was equally as yummy. X
Thank you so much Sam for your lovely feedback!