This classic Woolworth Cheesecake is a light and fluffy cheesecake with a hint of lemon flavor. Made with Jell-O, whipped cream, cream cheese, and a graham cracker crust, it has an amazing creamy texture and taste.
It’s a simple no-bake cheesecake recipe.
Classic Woolworth Cheesecake
I love a good old-fashioned cheesecake recipe and I’m pretty obsessed with this version of a creamy cheesecake.
We love this version of cheesecake because its tastes light and refreshing with just a hint of lemon. The lemon flavor is light and airy and doesn’t overwhelm, but adds the refreshing flavor making this the perfect addition to the end of any meal.
I love that the filling has that lemon flavoring and the light and creamy texture that just doesn’t feel heavy.
This lemony dessert would make a great dessert to bring back fond memories on a holiday like Easter and Mother’s Day. It’s also a refreshing treat dugin the summer months.
We aren’t certain if this is the exact cheesecake they served at Woolworth’s, but it sure is a great recipe!
Low Point Woolworth Cheesecake
Ingredients
Crust
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons light butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
Filling
- 1 (3 oz) box sugar-free lemon gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 oz fat-free cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup zero-calorie sweetener (or to taste)
- 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Cool Whip Lite (or light whipped topping)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted light butter, and applesauce until evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Dissolve the sugar-free lemon gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water and let it cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened fat-free cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the Greek yogurt, sweetener, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy.
- Slowly mix in the cooled gelatin until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip Lite until light and fluffy.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
WW Points (Approximate)
- 12 servings: 3–4 Points each
- 10 servings: 4–5 Points each
Lasha