A smooth and creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust that sets in the refrigerator without baking.
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
16 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Press into springform pan and chill 30 minutes.
Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice.
Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
Spread filling over crust and chill at least 6 hours.
Remove from pan, garnish, and serve.
Chill overnight for firmest texture. Use room-temperature cream cheese for smooth filling.