Ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 14 cup sugar
  • 14 cup butter, melted (half a stick, or 4 Tbl.)
  • 1 (8 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
  • 14 cup cold water
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 12 cup sugar
  • 1 dash salt
  • 34 cup milk
  • 14 cup lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped (Ultra-pasteurized is best, if you can find it.)

Method

  • Combine crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and butter.
  • Press onto bottom of 9 inch springform pan.
  • Soften gelatin in water, and stir over low heat until dissolved.
  • Combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt, mixing at medium speed on electric mixer until well blended.
  • Gradually add gelatin, milk, and juice, mixing until blended.
  • Chill until slightly thickened, and then gently fold in the whipped cream.
  • Pour over crust and chill until firm.
  • Top with any berries just before serving, if desired.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.