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Lime Cheesecake Mousse

Lime Cheesecake Mousse

Indulge in a refreshing Lime Cheesecake Mousse with tangy citrus zing and creamy texture. Perfect for any occasion, this no-bake dessert is easy to make and unforgettable to taste.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g crushed graham crackers or speculoos cookies
  • 50 g powdered sugar
  • 120 g melted butter
  • 450 g softened cream cheese
  • 200 g powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 250 ml heavy whipping cream
  • 120 ml fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
  • 1 packet gelatin (optional for firmer texture) (7 g)
  • 250 ml heavy whipping cream
  • 30 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Springform pan
  • Zester or grater
  • Piping bag (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let it cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until silky smooth.
  5. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  6. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  8. Stir in lime juice and zest; if using gelatin, dissolve it in water, heat slightly, and mix it in.
  9. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
  10. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
  11. While the cheesecake chills, beat the extra heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form for the mousse.
  12. Fold in lime juice gently.
  13. Once cheesecake is set, spread or pipe the mousse on top.
  14. Garnish with lime zest and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a smoother mixture, use room temperature ingredients. Overmixing the whipped cream can lead to a grainy texture, so mix just until stiff peaks form. This recipe can be made a day ahead for better flavor melding. If looking to experiment, try using lemon in place of lime or adding other citrus fruits. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, covered. For longer storage, freeze (without mousse layer) and thaw overnight before serving.
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