Description
A light and creamy cheesecake infused with refreshing lime flavors, perfect for warm days and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add 1 cup sugar, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour the lime mousse filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or overnight until set.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Garnish with fresh lime slices, lime zest, or whipped cream for an extra touch. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg