Description
A refreshing dessert featuring zesty lime flavor and a creamy texture, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 packs (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin (optional for firmness)
- 1/2 cup lime juice (for topping)
- 1/4 cup sugar (for topping)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for topping)
- Few drops green food coloring (optional)
- Thin lime slices for garnish
- Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) or skip if you prefer a no-bake version. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. If using gelatin, dissolve it in 2 tablespoons of warm water, then mix it into the filling. Pour over the crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- For the topping, whisk together lime juice, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Add food coloring if desired, let cool before pouring it over the cheesecake.
- Garnish with lime slices and fresh mint. Serve chilled.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Use softened cream cheese for a smooth filling and consider gelatin for extra firmness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cheesecake, lime dessert, summer dessert, no-bake cheesecake, refreshing dessert