Description
A refreshing and creamy No-Bake Key Lime Cheesecake that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup fresh key lime juice (about 4–5 key limes)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add the sour cream, key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and spread it evenly.
- Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices if desired.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding a few drops of green food coloring to the filling for a vibrant look.
- Substitute regular limes for key limes if they are not available, but adjust the amount of juice to taste, as regular limes can be more tart.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg