Description
No-Bake Avocado Lime Cheesecake combines a rich and creamy avocado-infused cheesecake filling with a decadent bittersweet chocolate crust. This refreshing dessert highlights the vibrant flavors of ripe avocados and zesty lime juice, all without the need for baking, making it a perfect, effortlessly elegant treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp castor sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Filling
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cup castor sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 sheets gelatin
- 3 ripe avocados
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 limes, juiced and zested
Garnish
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, castor sugar, cocoa powder, and melted unsalted butter. Mix thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture evenly into the base of a 9-inch (22 cm) springform pan or cake tin. Refrigerate to set while preparing the filling.
- Soften the gelatin: Soak the 4 sheets of gelatin in cold water for about 5 minutes until soft. After soaking, gently squeeze out excess water and dissolve the gelatin in a small saucepan over very low heat without boiling. Set aside.
- Prepare the avocado cream cheese filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ripe avocados (peeled and pitted), castor sugar, salt, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Blend or mash until smooth and creamy. Slowly fold in the dissolved gelatin, mixing thoroughly to combine.
- Whip the heavy cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the avocado cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, taking care to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the filling mixture over the prepared crust in the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Serve: Once set, remove the cheesecake from the pan and transfer to a serving plate. Dust the top lightly with cocoa powder before slicing. Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This no-bake cheesecake does not require any oven time, making it perfect for hot days or quick preparation.
- The ripe avocados provide a creamy texture and subtle flavor, creating a healthier twist on traditional cheesecake.
- Lime zest and juice add a refreshing tang that balances the sweetness of the filling and cocoa crust.
- Ensure gelatin does not boil to preserve its setting properties.
- Refrigerate this cheesecake for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whole cake
- Calories: 6567 kcal
- Sugar: 254 g
- Sodium: 3349 mg
- Fat: 535 g
- Saturated Fat: 280 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 205 g
- Trans Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 429 g
- Fiber: 62 g
- Protein: 81 g
- Cholesterol: 1251 mg
