Description
Woolworth cheesecake brings nostalgic diner-style comfort to classic dessert lovers. Rich, creamy layers meld perfectly with a buttery graham cracker crust, offering a delightful slice of mid-century American culinary history you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (452 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Create a crumbly foundation by thoroughly blending graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter until uniformly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into a 9×13-inch pan, ensuring an even, compact layer. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing subsequent components.
- Dissolve lemon Jell-O completely in boiling water, stirring until transparent. Allow the mixture to cool slightly at room temperature, maintaining its liquid consistency.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until silky and homogeneous. Gradually incorporate the cooled Jell-O mixture, beating continuously to prevent lumps and create a smooth texture.
- Chill a separate mixing bowl, then vigorously whip evaporated milk until stiff, glossy peaks form. Delicately fold the whipped milk into the cream cheese mixture, followed by fresh lemon juice. Blend gently to maintain the mixture’s airy consistency.
- Transfer the creamy filling over the chilled crust, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a uniform surface. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours until the dessert sets completely and becomes firm.
- When ready to serve, slice into clean squares. Optionally garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs for added visual appeal and texture.
Notes
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping evaporated milk to ensure it reaches maximum volume and creates a lighter, fluffier texture.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to prevent lumps and achieve a smoother, more consistent filling when beating with sugar and vanilla.
- Consider swapping lemon Jell-O with other flavors like strawberry or orange for a personalized twist on the classic Woolworth Cheesecake recipe.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or almond flour to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 213
- Sugar: 4.5 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 11.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 1.3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg