🍋🍰 REFRESHING LIME MOUSSE CHEESECAKE (recipe below)
Enjoy this Refreshing Lime Mousse Cheesecake, a perfect bright and tangy treat with a creamy texture and a mousse topping that melts in your mouth! 🍋🍰
📝 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp melted butter
For the Cheesecake:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 2 limes
Juice of 3 limes (about 1/3 cup)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Lime Mousse Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Zest of 1 lime
1 tbsp lime juice
🧑🍳 Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract, lime zest, and lime juice, and continue mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime cheesecake mixture until combined.
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
Prepare the Lime Mousse Topping:
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Add the lime zest and juice, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Gently spread or pipe the lime mousse over the top of the cheesecake for a light and airy finish.
Serve:
Garnish with extra lime zest or thin lime slices for a refreshing look. Slice and enjoy this zesty, refreshing lime mousse cheesecake!
⏰ Time & Serving Info:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Servings: 8-10
Indulge in this delightful dessert! 🍋✨