Description
A delightful no-bake dessert combining creamy cheesecake with zesty lime flavor, perfect for warm days or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into jars.
- Make the cheesecake filling by beating cream cheese, adding sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Layer the cheesecake mixture over the crust in each jar.
- Chill the jars in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until set.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan cream cheese and coconut cream.
- Replace sweetened condensed milk with a homemade version using coconut milk and sugar.
- Use honey or maple syrup instead of sweetened condensed milk for a natural sweetener.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: No-Bake, Key Lime, Cheesecake, Dessert, Easy Recipe