Description

The Refreshing Lime Mousse Cheesecake is a bright and zesty dessert combining the rich creaminess of cheesecake with a light, airy lime mousse. This no-bake treat offers a perfect balance of tangy sweetness and smooth texture, making it ideal for warm weather, dinner parties, or anytime you crave a fresh, indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Mousse Filling

16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
Zest of 2 fresh limes
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
3/4 cup cold water (for gelatin blooming)
1 cup heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a springform pan or individual serving cups. Chill briefly to set the crust.
Soften and Whip Cream Cheese: Beat the cream cheese in a bowl until completely smooth and free of lumps for a creamy base.
Prepare the Lime Mixture: Add lime zest, fresh lime juice, and sugar to the softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until well combined to form the lime-flavored mousse base.
Dissolve Gelatin: Bloom gelatin by sprinkling it over cold water and let it sit 5 minutes. Then gently warm the gelatin mixture until fully dissolved, ensuring no lumps remain.
Whip the Heavy Cream: Beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form, creating the mousse’s characteristic light, airy texture.
Combine and Set: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime and cream cheese mixture. Add the warm gelatin and mix carefully but thoroughly. Pour the mousse over the chilled crust, smooth the top, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth mixture without lumps.
Stop whipping cream at soft peaks to maintain mousse lightness and stability.
Zest limes just before mixing for maximum aroma and flavor.
Allow the cheesecake to chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture and flavor.
Loosen the edges of the cake with a knife before serving for clean slices.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cheesecake)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 170 mg
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 14 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

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