🍈 No-Bake Key Lime Cheesecake with Lime Jelly

Refreshing, creamy, and bursting with vibrant citrus flavor, this No-Bake Key Lime Cheesecake features a buttery biscuit crust, an ultra-smooth cheesecake filling, and a glossy lime jelly topping. It's the perfect make-ahead dessert for warm days, dinner parties, or whenever you crave something light yet indulgent.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust

• 250 g (9 oz) graham cracker crumbs

• 90 g (6 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Lime Cheesecake Filling

• 500 g (18 oz) cream cheese, softened

• 120 g (½ cup) granulated sugar

• 250 ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream

• 120 ml (½ cup) fresh lime juice

• 2 tbsp lime zest

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 10 g powdered gelatin

• 60 ml cold water

For the Lime Jelly Layer

• 250 ml (1 cup) water

• 80 ml (⅓ cup) fresh lime juice

• 50 g sugar

• Green food coloring (optional)

• 8 g gelatin powder

• 50 ml cold water

Decoration

• Fresh lime slices

• Whipped cream

• Fresh mint leaves

• Lime zest

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Crust

1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.

2. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.

3. Press firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch (20 cm) springform pan.

4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.

Step 2 – Bloom the Gelatin

1. Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water.

2. Let stand for 5 minutes.

3. Microwave for 10–15 seconds or heat gently until completely dissolved.

4. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 3 – Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

2. Add the sugar and vanilla extract.

3. Mix in the fresh lime juice and lime zest.

4. Slowly pour in the dissolved gelatin while mixing.

5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

6. Fold the whipped cream gently into the cheesecake mixture.

Pour the filling over the chilled crust.

Refrigerate for 4 hours, or until fully set.

Step 4 – Prepare the Lime Jelly

1. Bloom the gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes.

2. Heat the water and sugar until dissolved.

3. Stir in the lime juice.

4. Add the dissolved gelatin and mix well.

5. Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired.

6. Let the mixture cool until just slightly warm—not hot.

Carefully pour the jelly over the chilled cheesecake.

Return to the refrigerator for 2 more hours.

🍽️ Decorate

Before serving, garnish with:

• Fresh whipped cream

• Lime slices

• Fresh mint leaves

• Extra lime zest

💡 Tips

• Use fresh lime juice for the brightest flavor.

• Make sure the cheesecake layer is completely set before adding the jelly.

• Allow the jelly to cool before pouring to avoid melting the cheesecake.

• Chill overnight for the cleanest slices.

• Dip your knife in warm water and wipe it clean between cuts for perfect presentation.

❄️ Storage

• Refrigerate for up to 5 days.

• Freeze (without the jelly topping) for up to 2 months.

🍈 The Result

This elegant no-bake dessert features:

• A buttery graham cracker crust

• Smooth and creamy lime cheesecake filling

• Refreshing citrus flavor with fresh lime zest

• Crystal-clear lime jelly topping

• Light whipped cream and fresh lime garnish

Every bite is cool, creamy, tangy, and perfectly refreshing—an ideal dessert for spring and summer gatherings.