Key Lime Cheesecake Cups

key lime cheesecake cup on plate alongside a slice of lime.

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Cool, creamy, and bursting with citrusy flavor, these key lime cheesecake cups are the ultimate easy individual desserts for Summer! Perfect for BBQs, and Summer parties, this key lime dessert is simple to make and sure to impress!

Prep Time20

Cook Time5

Chilling Time1

Total Time1 25

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: cups

Author: Rachel Rodda

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUMBS

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup shredded coconut

FOR THE FILLING

¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup cream cheese room temperature
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup key lime juice
2 teaspoons key lime zest

Instructions

PREPARE THE CRUMB MIXTURE

Preheat the oven to 320℉ (160℃) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip the graham cracker crumbs and shredded coconut onto the tray and mix to combine. Spread out into a thin layer.
Bake for 3-5 minutes until lightly golden. Watch closely to ensure it doesn't overcook. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

PREPARE THE LIME CREAM

In a large bowl beat the sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, and heavy cream until combined and thickened slightly.
Add the key lime juice and zest. Continue beating until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the mixture to a piping bag for easy assembly, or you can also use a spoon.

ASSEMBLE THE DESSERT CUPS

Add a layer of the baked crumb mixture to the base of each cup.
Pipe or spoon a layer or lime cheesecake filling on top.
Repeat crumb and cheesecake layers, finishing with a lime cream layer. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm and for the flavors to meld.
Garnish with extra lime zest and, if desired, a thin slice of lime and a sprinkle of the crumb mixture. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Graham Crackers: If purchasing whole graham crackers, you’ll need around 8 full graham crackers to make 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs. Use a food processor to make the fine crumbs.

Key Limes: Bottled or fresh key lime juice can be used in this recipe. Regular lime juice or a 50/50 mix of lime and lemon juice can be used instead of key limes.

Store: Store leftover dessert cups in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The crumbs will soften over time, but the flavors will only intensify!

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