Description
This No-Bake Lemon Curd Dream Slice is a refreshing and creamy dessert featuring a crunchy biscuit base topped with a luscious lemon curd and cream cheese filling, finished with a light whipped cream topping. Perfectly tangy and sweet, this easy-to-make treat requires no baking and is ideal for warm days or when you want a quick, elegant dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 1/2 cups digestive biscuits (or graham crackers), crushed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
Filling
- 1/2 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (optional, for extra lemon flavor)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Topping
- 1/2 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
- Lemon zest (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a bowl, combine the crushed digestive biscuits (or graham crackers) and powdered sugar (if using). Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture is well combined and the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the Base into the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square or rectangular baking pan with parchment paper. Press the biscuit mixture firmly into the base of the pan to form an even layer. Place the pan in the fridge to chill while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Lemon Curd Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the lemon curd, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using), and mix until well combined and creamy.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the Cream and Lemon Curd Filling: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon curd mixture until fully combined and light.
- Assemble the Slice: Spoon the lemon curd filling over the chilled biscuit base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Topping: Spread a layer of whipped cream (or whipped topping) over the lemon curd filling. Garnish with extra lemon zest and fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Chill: Refrigerate the slice for at least 3-4 hours, or until the filling is firm and set.
- Serve: Slice into squares or bars and enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, use homemade lemon curd and add extra lemon zest to the filling.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Press the biscuit base firmly to ensure it holds together well after chilling.
- You can substitute digestive biscuits with graham crackers or shortbread for different textures and flavors.
- The dessert must be refrigerated for at least 3-4 hours to properly set.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and substitute heavy cream with whipping cream.
- This recipe is gluten-free if you use gluten-free biscuits.
