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No-Bake Lime Mousse Cheesecake

A light, creamy dessert bursting with zesty lime flavor, perfect for gatherings without the need for baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Ensure butter is fully melted.
  • 0.25 cups ¼ cup sugar
For the lime mousse filling
  • 1 cups 1 cup heavy whipping cream Make sure it's very cold.
  • 1 cups 1 cup cream cheese, softened Let it reach room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup fresh lime juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 units Zest of 2 limes Use a microplane for fine zest.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation of the crust
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed.
  2. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even layer.
  3. Pop it in the fridge while you whip up the mousse.
Making the lime mousse
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Add in the lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is combined.
Combining mixtures
  1. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime mixture, being careful not to deflate the fluffiness.
Assembly and chilling
  1. Pour the lime mousse filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
  2. Smooth the top with a spatula and cover it tightly with plastic wrap.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Serving
  1. Once set, remove the cheesecake from the pan, slice, serve, and enjoy.
  2. Garnish with extra lime zest or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Whip the cream well for the best texture, add more lime zest for extra flavor, and allow the cheesecake to set overnight for a creamier texture.