WOOLWORTH'S REFRIGERATOR CHEESECAKE

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When I was younger, I lived in a walk up apartment across from a lovely little one stop shop called Woolworth's. They had a wonderful lunch counter and one of the favorite and most asked for desserts was their Refrigerator Cheesecake. When they were forced to close their doors they shared the recipe with some of us. I have...

Provided by Rose Michaelsen

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 5h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can(s) large can evaporated skimmed milk
1 box lemon or hawaiian pineapple jello 4 serving size regular or sugar free
1 c boiling water
1/2 c sugar or sugar substitute to equal that
1 can(s) crushed pineapple in its own juice 20 ounce sized
1 pkg 8 ounce low fat cream cheese or neufchatel cheese
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 c vanilla wafer or graham cracker crumbs
1/4 c melted margarine
2 Tbsp sugar or sugar substitute to equal that

Steps:

  • 1. Put in FREEZER overnight the large mixing bowl for a stand mixer or equivalent size for hand mixer, the beaters and spatula you will use. Also add the canned milk to the REFRIGERATOR overnight unopened.
  • 2. Prepare room in your refrigerator for a glass dish of 9"X 13" size and lightly butter the dish and set aside while you gather the ingredients. Leave the milk and bowl and utensils in the cold area they are in.
  • 3. Make a light graham or vanilla wafer crust with the margarine and sugar/sugar substitute and crumbs. Reserve 2 Tblsp of the crust and line the bottom only of the glass dish with the rest and chill until ready for the filling.
  • 4. Make the gelatin in the 1 cup boiling water and when totally dissolved add the 20 ounce can of crushed pineapple and the juice. Cream the cream cheese until softened and add the pineapple jello mixture and blend until incorporated. Add the sugar or sugar substitute and the vanilla and set aside at room temperature.
  • 5. Take the mixing bowl, beaters, and the milk from the cold areas and immediately put the mixer together and pour the cold milk in the bowl and beat until the consistency of firm whipped cream.
  • 6. Pour the pineapple/gelatin mixture in the milk slowly and fold in until well blended.
  • 7. Slowly pour in on the graham/vanilla crust in dish and sprinkle lightly with the reserved crumbs. Refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours. Cut with a knife dipped in cold water and serve generous servings as it is very light.

Sesait Zemicheal
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This cheesecake is a must-try for any cheesecake lover.


Josita Princess
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I would definitely recommend this cheesecake to anyone who loves a classic dessert.


Mckenzie Sessoms
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are stunning and the flavor is amazing.


mita sultana
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I'm not usually a fan of no-bake cheesecakes, but this one is really good. The crust is sturdy and the cheesecake filling is creamy and smooth.


Clay Milk
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This cheesecake is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the way the graham cracker crust complements the creamy cheesecake filling.


MD Marupe555
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I love the simplicity of this cheesecake. It's made with just a few ingredients and it's always a hit with my family.


Odai Its me
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This cheesecake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are spot on.


Alamgirkhan Khan
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I would not recommend this cheesecake. It was a waste of money.


Antwon Frost
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This cheesecake was just okay. It wasn't as creamy as I expected and the flavor was a bit bland.


Ian Yearsley
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I was disappointed with this cheesecake. The crust was too crumbly and the cheesecake filling was too dense.


Fiona Osmani
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This cheesecake is a bit pricey, but it's worth it. It's a special occasion dessert that everyone will love.


Frankie Hutchons
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this one is really good. The crust is the perfect balance of sweet and salty and the cheesecake filling is creamy and not too sweet.


Mahfuz Kanon
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I love that this cheesecake can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for parties or potlucks.


Sassah Anita
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This is the best no-bake cheesecake I've ever had! The crust is graham cracker perfect and the cheesecake filling is creamy and light.


Shaly Marry
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect.


Kayla Abban
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This Woolworths refrigerator cheesecake is an absolute delight! The texture is creamy and smooth, and the flavor is rich and decadent. I love that it doesn't require any baking, so it's perfect for a quick and easy dessert.