Description
A refreshing and zesty no-bake cheesecake featuring a creamy lime-infused filling atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, garnished with vibrant fresh kiwi slices. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or when you want a delicious cheesecake without using an oven.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crust (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted)
Filling
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
- 3/4 cup Sugar (or sugar substitute)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 tbsp Lime Zest
Garnish
- 2 Fresh Kiwis (peeled and sliced; can substitute with strawberries or mangoes)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter until the mixture is well blended. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to create an even crust layer. Place it in the refrigerator to chill and set for 30 minutes.
- Mix Cream Filling: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the sour cream and sugar, continuing to blend until the mixture is fully combined and uniform in texture.
- Add Flavor: Gently fold in the fresh lime juice and lime zest into the cream cheese mixture. Make sure to evenly distribute the lime flavor throughout the filling to achieve a bright and tangy taste.
- Combine: Pour the lime-flavored cream filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface. Return the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until the cheesecake is firm and fully set.
- Garnish: Before serving, artfully arrange the fresh kiwi slices on top of the cheesecake for a visually appealing and delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- For a dairy-free alternative, try using vegan cream cheese and coconut yogurt.
- Substitute kiwi with other fruits like strawberries or mango for different flavor variations.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- This cheesecake requires a minimum of 4 hours chilling to set properly; overnight chilling will yield the best texture.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor impact compared to bottled lime juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
