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Lime Mousse Cheesecake

A refreshing and simple no-bake lime mousse cheesecake, perfect for busy days and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups of crushed graham crackers the secret to a dreamy base
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
For the Lime Mousse Filling
  • 2 cups 2 cups of heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup 1 cup of cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup 1 cup of powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup of freshly squeezed lime juice the more zest, the better!
  • 2 pieces Zest of 2 limes to amp up that flavor
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract because vanilla makes everything better!

Method
 

Preparation of the Crust
  1. In a medium bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. It should have the consistency of wet sand.
  2. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Set it in the fridge while you prepare the mousse.
Making the Lime Mousse Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, blend the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, taking care not to deflate all that wonderful airiness.
Assembling the Cheesecake
  1. Pour the lime mousse filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Cover the cheesecake and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can wait.
Serving
  1. Slice up the cheesecake and top it with a dollop of whipped cream and some lime slices before serving.

Notes

If you find yourself without fresh limes, bottled lime juice works in a pinch, but nothing compares to that fresh zing! For a fancy touch, add a layer of fruit puree on the top before serving.