When summer heat kicks in, who wants to turn on the oven? This Summer Lime Cheesecake Slice is cool, creamy , and bursting with citrus freshness. With a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth lime-infused cheesecake filling, and a glossy lime topping, it’s the ultimate sunny-day dessert — no oven required (unless you want a firmer base)!
Whether you’re planning a BBQ, picnic, or just craving something tangy-sweet, this cheesecake slice is easy to make, light to eat, and hard to resist.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
📍 For the Crust:
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
📍 For the Filling:
- 2 packs (16 oz total) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin (optional, for extra firmness)
📍 For the Lime Topping:
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- ½ cup lime juice
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- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Green food coloring (optional for color pop)
- Thin lime slices & fresh mint leaves (for garnish)