Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan, creating an even layer.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- 2. Make the mousse filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add sugar, lime juice, and lime zest, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a fluffy mousse.
- Follow this step-by-step guide to make the perfect lime mousse cheesecake, from preparing the crust to assembling the mousse filling and adding the final touches
- Follow this step-by-step guide to make the perfect lime mousse cheesecake, from preparing the crust to assembling the mousse filling and adding the final touches
- 3. Assemble the cheesecake:
- Pour the mousse mixture over the cooled graham cracker crust in the springform pan.
- Use a spatula to smooth the top, creating an even surface.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set.