Description
Key lime cheesecake jars deliver a zesty tropical dessert perfect for summer gatherings. Graham cracker crumbs and creamy lime filling create a refreshing treat you’ll want to savor slowly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup (57 g) butter, melted
- 16 oz (454 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz/397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh key lime juice
- 2 tbsps lime zest
- Whipped cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and blend thoroughly with melted butter to create a uniform base mixture.
- Gently compact the crumbly graham mixture into the bottom of individual serving jars, ensuring an even, firm layer.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until silky and completely free of lumps.
- Incorporate sweetened condensed milk into the cream cheese, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and integrated.
- Add freshly squeezed lime juice and finely grated lime zest, blending until the filling achieves a consistent, creamy texture.
- Carefully transfer the vibrant lime-infused filling over the graham cracker foundation in each jar, distributing evenly.
- Refrigerate the assembled dessert jars for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the filling to set and flavors to meld.
- Prior to serving, crown each jar with a delicate swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle additional lime zest for a bright, decorative finish.
Notes
- Ensure graham crackers are finely crushed for a smooth, compact crust that holds together perfectly.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to achieve a silky, lump-free filling that blends effortlessly.
- Adjust lime juice and zest to balance tanginess – start with less and taste, adding more for a bolder citrus punch.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for a celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg