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Slice of lemon cheesecake topped with lemon slice and lemon glaze on white plate

Simple Lemon Dessert

A quick and easy lemon dessert that requires minimal ingredients and effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: international
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
For the Filling
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes or until set. Let it cool before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dessert for a firmer texture before serving. Garnish with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.

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