
These sunny days have me in a lemony state of mind, and that is evident from all the zesty treats coming out of my kitchen. This cheesecake is a recent favorite. It’s mild and creamy without a sharp note to be found. The citrus flavor shines through without a hint of bitterness. Even better? This cheesecake is no-bake which means no fussy water bath-baking.

Today, for our Bake This, Wear That! theme, we’ve got something else citrusy for your kitchen- a gorgeous lemon print Kate Spade apron! It’s the cutest thing, guys. The print is so happy, and if you flip the bottom of the apron up it has a cheat sheet of measure conversions. Plus the little note “If all else fails, call for takeout” makes me smile.

Do you wear an apron in the kitchen? I’m only a recent convert to apron-wearing as my usual baking uniform is a tee and yoga pants. I love this apron because it’s a real looker, which is good if you’re hosting and serving at a dinner party. But it’s also utilitarian and that is important to me because I’m so hard on all my kitchen linens. I like that it has adjustable straps because I’m a shorty and most apron straps are miles long on me!
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This cheesecake is one of the easiest I’ve ever made. I’m seriously considering it for our Easter dessert this year because it’s so creamy and light. I used shortbread crumbs for the crust because that’s what I had on hand (the Girl Scouts are out in full-force – Trefoils!) but you could use an equal amount of graham cracker crumbs in you prefer.

No-Bake Creamy Lemon Cheesecake
Equipment
- 9-inch spring form pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup 130g shortbread crumbs
- 4 tablespoons 56g unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 1/4 cup whole milk at room temperature
- .25 ounce 1 envelope unflavored powdered gelatin
- 24 ounces 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature
- 6 ounces sour cream at room temperature
- 1 can 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 teaspoons lemon extract divided
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup 50g granulated sugar
- 2 crumbled shortbread cookies for sprinkling
Instructions
- For the Crust: Stir together shortbread crumbs and melted butter until crumbs resemble wet sand. Press mixture evenly onto bottom of 9-inch spring form pan. Place in refrigerator while preparing filling.
- For the Filling: Pour milk in small microwave-safe cup and sprinkle powdered gelatin evenly over surface. Set aside while you mix the rest of the filling ingredients.
- Beat cream cheese in stand mixer fitted with whip attachment at medium speed until smooth. Beat in sour cream until well mixed. In a separate bowl stir together the condensed milk and lemon juice. The mixture will thicken slightly. Add this mixture to the cream cheese mixture. Stir in 3 teaspoons lemon extract; beat again.
- Heat the gelatin in the microwave at 10 second intervals until liquid. Let cool slightly before gradually adding it to the cream cheese mixture. Beat well and then fold the batter over with a rubber spatula by hand several times to make sure all ingredients are combined.
- Spoon batter into pan over crust and spread evenly. Cover and chill until set, about 4 hours. To serve, loosen cheesecake from sides of spring form pan using a small thin knife or offset spatula. Remove spring form collar.
- For the whipped cream: Beat the heavy cream in an electric mixer with the whip attachment on high speed. When the mixture starts to thicken, gradually add the sugar. Add the remaining 1 teaspoons lemon extract. Beat until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spread the whipped cream over top of the cheesecake and sprinkle with shortbread crumbs. Store the cheesecake in the refrigerator.
I like using an apron but I have trouble finding one I like that's functional and easy to wash. If u have to iron an apron the answer is generally no. Lol
Regarding the ironing – I'm right there with you.
I need to start wearing aprons. I have ended up with too many spots on my clothes while cooking after work!
I love aprons! I made couple by myself
I am a Baker and wear an apron at work. But, I have been on the search for a cute apron I can wear while at home, because I can get slightly messy 🙂
I love aprons but I always forget to throw one one…. by the time I remember, I am elbows deep in powdered sugar 😉
I love cute aprons, especially if they have pockets! This one definitely counts.
I don't usually, but I would wear that!! So cute!
I love aprons! I have a large collection of vintage ones, and this lemon print is adorable!
I have 2 aprons I wear off and on. When I am making pizza and especially on the holidays or parties.
I love no-bake cheese cakes so much, maybe because I have a sweet tooth and no many time…
I'm from C.A. and I would love to win that beautiful apron <3
I wear aprons all the time. I'm going to make this cheesecake today.
This cheesecake looks delicious! Also, my boyfriend loves lemon desserts, so it won't be hard to convince him I should make this.
As for aprons, I have a few and I remember to wear them occasionally. This one is really cute!
Two of my favorites: lemon and cheesecake. I'm going to try this recipe out at some point this week and I'm excited!
Aprons bring memories of the past, and comfort foods. One grandmother wore one as everyday clothing but the apron I remember most was the one my grandfather wore in the Firehouse kitchen when he and I would make what I called his crumby cake, yellow cake filled with bananas and 7 minute frosting that never came out right
I have two that I keep in the kitchen. The only time I use them is when I'm frying tacos!
I love aprons, but hardly wear them. My hips are too wide. LOL.
Love the apron! And I am SO making that cheesecake!
I love aprons but like many others I forget to wear one! Really must make it part of my baking routine… would save many a tshirt from icing sugar and cake batter!
I always do!!
I don't usually wear aprons but I'd wear this one!
Wearing an apron makes baking so much neater! I love the fresh, light, springy flavor of lemon and this apron is adorable.
I love wearing aprons, but I usually only wear them when I am baking, as I am a messy baker
I always wear an apron and have a collection!
I have aprons, but the issue is that when I'm excited to bake something, I always forget to put one on first. And I'm a MESSY baker, so I'm soon covered head to toe in flour. 🙁 But I love Kate Spade and lemons… maybe this one might change my mind?
I don't wear a apron when I bake but I should because I often get covered!. Your No Bake Cheesecake is making me drool!
I love aprons and I have a couple that I never wear. This lemon print might just change that.
I don't, but I really ought to wear one as I get in such a state!
I always wear an apron. Not wearing one ensures I will end up with stained clothing!
I do if I remember but sometimes I'm so excited to get the cake made so I can eat it haha that I forget. 😀
I do whenever I remember to grab it!! Really should be better about wearing it because I'm always covered in flour or batter after baking 🙂
I do wear cute aprons because I am a very messy cook!
I wear one when I remember!
I would wear one this cute!
What a beautiful apron! I love all of Kate Spade's home stuff 🙂
I used to wear an apron when cooking or washing dishes but when the strap broke I never got a replacement one.
Lovely recipe thanks! I always wear an apron when baking but have a habit of wiping my floury hands down the front so it always needs a wash afterwards!
I wear an apron when I remember. It certainly does save my shirts from wreckage! This cheesecake looks amazing!
Love lemon everything! ��
I try to wear an apron. Always fun to wear!
I always wear an apron, especially if working with lots of flour or dye. I have a super cute black apron with checkered black and white frills that I love.
APRONS ARE FUN TO WEAR AND I TRY TO WEAR ONE EVERYTIME I BAKE. THIS LEMON ONE IS HAPPY AND BRIGHT.
Love this. Lemon is always great all year long. And of course, you know I love me some Kate Spade.
I'm Always wearing an apron. There have been times when I have forgotten to take it off and have worn it to the store before. I do have a variety ; some new, some old, some 1/2 aprons and some full aprons and some I have made.
I don't usually wear but if it's so pretty I would love to!
I wear one if I'm baking for sure!
Love aprons because they remind me of my mom ❤
Yes, I wear an apron if I'm making alot of messy food. Otherwise, I cook without it.
Although I don't always wear an apron, I prefer to wear one. I've ruined way too many nice clothes with oil stains and the such, and I feel it is always better to wear one than not! Thank you for such a lovely giveaway opportunity!
I wear one when I remember to or if I'm wearing something I don't want dirtied. I'm more inclined to wear one for cooking rather than baking.
I don't wear an apron, but totally should…