No-Bake Lemon Curd Dream Slice Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, tangy, and luscious No-Bake Lemon Curd Dream Slice. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety cream cheese layer, and a zesty lemon curd topping, this dessert is a dream come true.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American, European-inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Lemon Curd Topping:
- 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper. Chill for 20 minutes.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese until fluffy.
- Assemble the Slice: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust. Spoon lemon curd on top and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with lemon zest before slicing into squares.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt for half of the cream cheese.
- Try a shortbread cookie crust for a richer taste.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
