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Refreshing Lime Mousse Cheesecake with Lime Glaze

A delightful no-bake dessert featuring a creamy lime mousse and tangy lime glaze, perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat after a busy day.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheesecake base
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Can substitute with digestive biscuits if preferred.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Ensure butter is fully melted.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Granulated sugar works best.
  • 1.5 cups cream cheese, softened Let it sit at room temperature for ease of mixing.
  • 1 cups powdered sugar Sift if clumpy.
  • 1 cups heavy cream Whipping cream will also work.
  • 1 cups freshly squeezed lime juice Approximately 4-6 limes depending on size.
  • 1 unit zest of lime Zest before juicing for convenience.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract is preferred.
For the lime glaze
  • 1 cups powdered sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 unit zest of lime Use fresh lime for brightness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with a slight rise along the edges. Refrigerate to set.
  2. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Gradually add the heavy cream while mixing until it forms soft peaks. Gently fold in lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Spoon the mousse mixture over the crust and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Glazing and Serving
  1. Once the cheesecake has set, whisk together the powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest for the glaze until you reach a drizzling consistency.
  2. Pour the glaze over the chilled mousse cheesecake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Slice and serve.

Notes

For a fun twist, try using lemon juice instead of lime for a different flavor profile. The longer the cheesecake sits, the better the flavors develop.