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A key lime pie with a slice removed, topped with whipped cream and lime zest, on a graham cracker crust, served on a white plate.
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No Bake Key Lime Cheesecake

This easy no bake key lime cheesecake is creamy, citrusy, and full of flavor. Made with fresh ingredients, this dessert is a hit!
Prep Time20 minutes
Chilling Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 20 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 slices
Author: Andrea Updyke

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust:

  • 1 ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs about two sleeves of graham crackers
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted (about 1 stick)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt optional to balance out sweetness

Key Lime Cheesecake Filling:

  • 24 ounces full fat cream cheese softened to room temperature (about 3 blocks)
  • 14 ounce sweetened condensed milk
  • ¾ cup key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh key lime zest
  • 8 ounce Cool Whip thawed

Optional Toppings:

  • Whipped cream
  • Lime zest

Instructions

  • Spray a 10 inch pie plate with cooking spray and set aside. Add the graham crackers into a food processor or high speed blender and pulse until you get fine crumbs.
  • Transfer the crumbs into a medium mixing bowl and then combine with the sugar and salt. Add the melted butter and mix until well combined.
  • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pie pan. Place the crust into the freezer for at least 10 minutes to set while making the filling.
  • In a large mixing bowl using a hand mixer on medium high speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest and beat until well combined.
  • With a rubber spatula, fold in the thawed Cool Whip or homemade whipped topping.
  • Remove the pie crust from the freezer and then pour the filling into the prepared crust. Spread evenly with an icing spatula. Go back and forth, lightly pressing down to remove any air pockets.
  • Place the pie into the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This will allow the filling to set and hold its shape when cutting. It will also give the flavors time to blend together.
  • When ready to serve, pipe with whipped cream and garnish with fresh lime slices and fresh grated lime zest. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 498kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 877mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 619IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 495mg | Iron: 1mg