Mary Berry’s Zesty Lemon & Lime Cheesecake
Mary Berry’s Zesty Lemon & Lime Cheesecake is a refreshing, no-bake dessert with a smooth and creamy citrus filling atop a buttery biscuit base. This classic British cheesecake is bursting with tangy lemon and lime flavors, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (minimum)
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
**For the biscuit base:**
– 250g digestive biscuits, crushed
– 100g unsalted butter, melted
**For the cheesecake filling:**
– 300g full-fat cream cheese
– 250ml double cream
– 100g caster sugar
– Zest and juice of 1 lemon
– Zest and juice of 1 lime
**For the topping (optional):**
– Extra lemon and lime zest for garnish
– Whipped cream for decoration
– Thin lemon and lime slices
Instructions
1. **Prepare the biscuit base:**
– Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin.
– Mix with melted butter until fully combined.
– Press the mixture firmly into the base of a 20cm (8-inch) springform tin.
– Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
2. **Prepare the cheesecake filling:**
– In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and caster sugar together until smooth.
– Add the lemon and lime zest and juice, then mix well.
– In a separate bowl, whisk the double cream until soft peaks form.
– Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
3. **Assemble the cheesecake:**
– Spoon the filling onto the chilled biscuit base and spread evenly.
– Smooth the top with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
4. **Garnish and serve:**
– Before serving, decorate with lemon and lime zest, whipped cream, or thin citrus slices if desired.
– Carefully remove from the springform tin and serve chilled.
Notes
– For best results, use full-fat cream cheese to ensure a creamy texture.
– This cheesecake is best made a day ahead to allow it to set properly.
– If you prefer a sweeter taste, increase the sugar slightly.
– Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
– For an extra citrus punch, add an extra tablespoon of lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg