Key Lime Cheesecake Jars
Ingredients
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined
- Spoon 2–3 tablespoons into each jar and press gently
- Chill crusts for 10–15 minutes
- Beat cream cheese until completely smooth
- Add sweetened condensed milk and mix until creamy
- Add key lime juice, zest, and vanilla, mixing just until combined
- Beat heavy cream to soft peaks, then add powdered sugar and vanilla
- Continue beating to medium peaks
- Spoon or pipe cheesecake filling over chilled crust
- Add a layer of whipped cream
- Repeat layers if desired, finishing with whipped cream
- Refrigerate until fully set
Notes
Use fully softened cream cheese for a smooth filling
Do not overmix after adding lime juice
Chill overnight for best texture
Add garnishes just before serving