Refrigerator Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Refrigerator Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 cups Zwieback Toast Crumbs, finely crushed; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons gelatin; 1 cup water; 3 eggs, separated; 16 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 lemon, juice and zest of, finely grated (3 tablespoons juice and 1 tablespoon zest); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups Zwieback Toast Crumbs, finely crushed
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons gelatin
1 cup water
3 eggs, separated
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 lemon, juice and zest of, finely grated (3 tablespoons juice and 1 tablespoon zest)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy cream

1
Blend butter, 1/4 cup of the sugar, crumbs and cinnamon.
2
Press 3/4 of this mixture on the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3
Soak gelatin in 1/2 cup cold water for five minutes.
4
Cook egg yolks, remaining 1/2 cup sugar and remaining 1/2 cup water in a double boiler, stirring constantly, until mixture coats the spoon.
5
Remove from heat; add softened gelatin and stir until dissolved.
6
Mix with cream cheese gradually; add lemon juice, rind and salt and beat thoroughly.
7
Cool; when mixture begins to congeal, beat for several minutes with a mixer.
8
Whip cream; beat egg whites and fold both into gelatin mixture.
9
Pour into crumb lined pan and sprinkle remaining crumbs over the top.
10
Chill until firm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, melted, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 cups Zwieback Toast Crumbs, finely crushed, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Refrigerator Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Refrigerator Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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