Lime Mousse Cheesecake
A no-bake cheesecake featuring a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a light, zesty lime mousse filling made from cream cheese, lime zest, juice, sugar, and Cool Whip. Freeze for a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes (optional)
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (plus more for garnish, if desired)
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 1–1/2 cups sugar
- Zest of 3 limes
- Juice of 3 limes
- 16 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
- 8 oz. Cool Whip, thawed (plus more for topping, if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F if baking crust. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, press into a pan, and bake for 6-8 minutes (optional for crunchier crust), then cool.
- Combine sugar and lime zest in a standing mixer with whisk attachment; whisk on medium for 1 minute to release flavors. Add lime juice and cream cheese; beat until incorporated, about 2 minutes.
- Add Cool Whip and whisk on low until fully mixed. Pour filling over cooled crust, spread evenly, optionally top with 1 cup additional Cool Whip and 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs.
- Freeze for at least 1 hour (or refrigerate for creamier texture) before serving.
Notes
Baking the crust is optional but recommended for better texture. Garnish with extra Cool Whip and crumbs for presentation. For best flavor, use fresh limes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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