Description
Lime Mousse Cheesecake is a refreshing dessert that harmoniously blends creamy cheesecake with the light, zesty essence of lime mousse. This delightful treat features a crunchy graham cracker crust and a luscious filling that’s both airy and rich. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a sophisticated finish to any meal, this cheesecake will captivate your taste buds and impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lime juice and zest; mix until well combined.
- Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- In a saucepan, combine agar-agar powder with water per package instructions; bring to a boil until dissolved. Let it cool slightly, then fold into the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in some crushed berries or experimenting with other citrus fruits like lemon or orange. - Ensure that the heavy cream is whipped to stiff peaks for optimal fluffiness in your mousse.