Description
This no bake key lime cheesecake features a crust base made from crushed graham crackers and a creamy filling that includes key lime juice and zest. The recipe takes about 30 minutes of prep time, with a refrigerator set time of at least 4 hours, and serves 4-6 people.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Key lime zest for garnish
- Lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of small jars to form an even crust base.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth. Gradually add in the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Prepare the Whipped Topping: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, creating a smooth filling.
- Layer the Desserts: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling over the crust layer in each jar. Smooth it out with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Chill the Cheesecake Jars: Cover the jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set the cheesecake.
- Serve: Before serving, garnish the cheesecakes with key lime zest and lime slices. Enjoy the chilled dessert cold!
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American, French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Protein: 3