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Easy No Bake Lemon Lime Cheesecake

A thick slice of creamy lemon lime no bake cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with lime zest.
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Prepare this bright, tangy, no bake citrus cheesecake with minimal effort. It sets up perfectly in the refrigerator for a refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • Optional garnish: lime slices, lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill the crust for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the filling base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and 1/2 cup granulated sugar, beating until fully combined and creamy.
  3. Add citrus flavors: Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform and tangy.
  4. Whip the cream: In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in two additions until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Assemble and chill: Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap.
  7. Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely set.
  8. Before serving, carefully release the springform side. Garnish with fresh lime slices or extra citrus zest if desired.

Notes

  • For a firmer crust, you can bake the crust at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes, then cool completely before adding the filling.
  • Use fresh citrus juice and zest for the best bright citrus dessert flavor.
  • If you need the dessert to set faster, place it in the freezer for 1-2 hours after the initial chilling period.

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