Description
A light and creamy lime mousse cheesecake topped with a zesty lime glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup lime juice for glaze
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup sugar for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter, then press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the mousse over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- For the glaze, whisk together lime juice, cornstarch, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened, then let cool.
- Spread the glaze over the set mousse before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh limes for the best flavor.
- Add more lime zest for extra zesty flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg