Description
Luscious No-Bake Lemon Curd Dream Slice combines tangy citrus and creamy layers for a refreshing summer dessert. Chilled perfection awaits when you slice into this elegant, zesty treat that promises pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) digestive biscuits
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) unsalted butter
Lemon Curd Layer:
- 3 large eggs
- 150 grams (5.3 ounces) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 120 milliliters (4 fluid ounces) fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Topping and Garnish:
- 240 milliliters (8 fluid ounces) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pulverize graham crackers and blend with melted butter until uniformly moist, creating a cohesive sandy texture.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into a lined rectangular pan, compressing thoroughly to create a compact, even foundation.
- Chill the base layer in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes to solidify and set.
- Whip cream cheese with whipping cream until achieving a silky, aerated consistency, incorporating powdered sugar, vanilla essence, fresh lemon juice, and zesty lemon shavings.
- Extract the chilled base from refrigerator and meticulously spread the cream cheese mixture across the surface, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Delicately drizzle and distribute lemon curd atop the cream cheese layer, creating an elegant marbled appearance.
- Return the assembled dessert to the refrigerator, allowing it to rest and firm up for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- When ready to serve, extract from refrigerator and slice into precise, clean squares using a sharp knife wiped between cuts.
- Plate and present the chilled, tangy-sweet dessert, ready to delight taste buds with its creamy, zesty profile.
Notes
- Swap traditional biscuits with gluten-free alternatives for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dessert.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and whipped cream to create a lighter version without compromising the rich, creamy texture.
- Enhance lemon flavor by adding extra zest or a splash of limoncello for a more intense citrusy kick.
- For a decorative touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves or candied lemon peel just before serving to elevate the visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 154
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg