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    Jan 7, 2019 by Farwin.

    No Bake Mandarin Lime Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

    The best no bake recipe for mandarin and lime cheesecake with a gingersnap cookie crust. It's velvety, refreshing with a hint of ginger from the crust which happens to be gluten free. This recipe needs to be in your cheesecake recipe arsenal.

    mandarin lime cheesecake in a pot

    Mandarin Lime Cheesecake

    This was a spur of a moment recipe. There I said it ! I didn't have this planned or sitting in my scheduler. I'm flying off my pants right now and I feel strained when I need to sit and think of what I am going to publish for the next three months. But my goal this year is to have content planned at least a month ahead.

    One afternoon post holiday, when I have had enough of all the chocolate, I lusted after a clean refreshing sweetness on my palate. I had these lovely mandarins with leaves on the counter. I buy them because I love citrus and also because they look pretty with their stems and leaves intact. I have eaten enough mandarins on it's own and a fleeting thought struck me that I have to use it in a dessert too. Something that doesn't have chocolate. Well, all I could think was a no bake cheesecake and here it is.

    Mandarin oranges on it's own doesn't give enough punch to a creamier dessert which has cream cheese and whipping cream. That's where the lime zest and juice plays a major role. It gives a nice citrusy kick to offset the bland flavours of the cream products.

    This no bake cheesecake has one whole cup mandarin puree. It takes 5 to 6 mandarins to make one cup of puree. If you want to use up those oranges that has been sitting in the counter for some reason ignored by everyone(not in my house) you should make this recipe.

    You can totally use the store-bought mandarins in a can if that's what you have or prefer to use. Strain the mandarin slices from the canned juice. Pack them in a one cup measuring cup to measure them and puree.

    And BTW, if you are staying away from refined sugar post holiday, use a sugar alternative like Swerve powdered sugar.  Or indulge moderately.

    mandarin lime cheesecake pots

    Gingersnap cookie crust

    Let's talk about the crust,shall we? If you are like me you'd definitely have boxes of cookies lying around from the cookie marathon last month. I had many failed attempts so I had plenty. I used the Gingersnap cookies that comes in this recipe. They are gluten free and full of ginger too.

    If you don't have gingernsap cookies lying around you can make them from scratch using the above recipe. Make it a weekend project with the kids or as a stress buster. Buy it from the store or use a graham cracker crust. Do what works for you!

    I find that crushing the cookies in a large zip lock bag with a rolling pin is kind of theraupatic. An electric grinder makes them too fine. I love my crust to be a bit chunky.

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    Mandarin Lime Cheesecake in pots

    Have you made any new year resolutions? New year resolution doesn't work for me. So I'm setting goals and focusing more on self improvement. I'm trying to be more productive everyday. I won't deny myself the little pleasures in life and reward myself with them from time to time. I'm going to indulge in this decadent cheesecake for finishing this blog post!

    Happy new year everyone!

    Tag me #loveandotherspices on Instagram or follow me in Pinterest. I'd love to see your creations.

    No Bake Mandarin Lime Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

    mandarin lime cheesecake in a pot
    Farwin
    The best no bake recipe for mandarin and lime cheesecake with a gingersnap cookie crust. It's velvety, refreshing with a hint of ginger from the crust which happens to be gluten free. This recipe needs to be in your cheesecake recipe arsenal.
    5 from 19 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8

    Ingredients
     

    Crust

    • 2 cups gingersnap/graham cracker crushed
    • 5 tablespoon melted butter

    Cream cheese layer

    • 500 g/16 oz cream cheese block
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 cup mandarin puree (slices of 5 to 6 mandarins)
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 lime zested
    • 1 cup whipping cream

    Instructions
     

    • For the crust, mix the crushed cookies and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mix evenly in  the bottom of 8 individual serving glasses or one 8" springform pan. Refrigerate until the cream cheese layer is made.
    • Using an electric beater beat the cream cheese till it's smooth. Add the powdered sugar and continue to beat till sugar is dissolved and there are no lumps.
    • Add the mandarin puree and lime juice. Beat for a minute till it's well incorporated.
    • In a separate bowl, beat the whipping cream until stiff and peaks form. Spoon the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture. Add lime zest. Use a spoon and gently mix the two.
    • Spoon the cream cheese filling on top of the cookie crust in individual serving glasses or the springform pan. Refrigerate for 3 or more hours.
    • If you're using a springform pan, loosen the edges of the pan with a knife before removing the cheesecake.
    • Serve with sliced mandarins.
    Keyword cheesecake, citrus, mandarin
    Tried this recipe?If you like this recipe, I’d love if you can give me a rating and comment! Share this with your family and friends!

     

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    Comments

    1. Cliona Keane says

      January 07, 2019 at 6:25 pm

      5 stars
      I could definitely have one this right now! You can't beat cheesecake, especially when it's as delicious and simple as this one is!

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 08, 2019 at 6:27 am

        Thank you! It's a breeze to make.

        Reply
    2. Cathy says

      January 07, 2019 at 6:37 pm

      5 stars
      Yes this does have to be in my cheesecake arsenal for sure! Simple tasty and so quick to make?! Perfect!!

      Reply
    3. Danielle Wolter says

      January 07, 2019 at 9:47 pm

      5 stars
      I am loving this so much, especially with the gingersnap crust. What a great easy,post holiday dessert. Orange and lime are so wonderful together.

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 08, 2019 at 6:28 am

        Oranges and lime. The perfect combo for cheesecake.

        Reply
    4. Caroline says

      January 07, 2019 at 10:01 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavors in these, gingersnaps are a favorite for cheesecake and the topping sounds great too.

      Reply
    5. Shanika says

      January 07, 2019 at 10:13 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this Cheesecake is no-bake and the gingersnap crust sounds so, so good! Yum!

      Reply
    6. Cheese Curd In Paradise says

      January 07, 2019 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      A beautiful and simple treat. Perfect to showcase all of the seasonal citrus this time of year. I can't wait to try this recipe!

      Reply
    7. Taylor Kiser says

      January 07, 2019 at 11:09 pm

      5 stars
      Totally swooning over this dessert! I love everything about it!

      Reply
    8. Emmeline says

      January 08, 2019 at 3:25 am

      This looks absolutely delicious! I love the combo of flavors! Also, LOVE the look of the pictures - dark and moody and delicious 😉

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 08, 2019 at 6:29 am

        Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Mirlene says

      January 08, 2019 at 4:32 am

      5 stars
      Love no bake cheesecake, although, I do not believe I have tried gingersnaps crust, I am looking forward to trying it. This dessert look and sound like the perfect way to end any evening.

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 08, 2019 at 6:29 am

        The gingersnap crust gives so much flavor. You should try it.

        Reply
    10. Deborah says

      January 08, 2019 at 8:29 am

      5 stars
      This looks divine and with a couple of substitutions I can make it vegan to adhere to my diet. Can't wait to try.

      Reply
    11. Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli says

      January 09, 2019 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      Beautiful pictures as well as flavors! Looks like a breath of fresh air after all the indulgent holiday treats.

      Reply
    12. Sherri says

      January 10, 2019 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      I definitely need something light and refreshing like this after all those holiday indulgences! Love the combination of the citrus flavors with the gingersnap crust! Looks divine! 🙂

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 10, 2019 at 2:12 pm

        Thank you! I crave for light and refreshing flavors post holiday.

        Reply
    13. Leslie Haasch says

      January 10, 2019 at 12:14 pm

      Mandarin and lime together is SUCH a good flavor combo! I am so used to seeing super chocolatey and sweet cheesecakes, I forget that fruit is a thing hah!

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 10, 2019 at 2:14 pm

        Lol! I love fruits in my desserts.

        Reply
    14. Veena Azmanov says

      January 10, 2019 at 3:17 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything lime or lemon. Mandarines are in season here so I can't wait to try this. Sounds so delicious. Ginger and orange are always a great combination.

      Reply
    15. anne lawton says

      January 10, 2019 at 5:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love all of that citrus going on in there! This cheesecake looks so delicious and light.

      Reply
    16. Dominique | Perchance to Cook says

      January 11, 2019 at 2:29 pm

      I love the combo or mandarin and lime together, how unique! I really love that this is no bake... I need more of these types of desserts in my life. Sounds amazing!

      Reply
    17. Kiki Johnson says

      January 12, 2019 at 10:43 am

      5 stars
      YES! I love all things citrus-y for dessert post-Christmas as the citrus note makes things taste lighter and somewhat good-for-you! It's a mind trick, but hey - it works! Love the presentations in glasses which also allows for easy serving! Thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 12, 2019 at 1:18 pm

        Thank you !

        Reply
    18. Marisa Franca says

      January 12, 2019 at 10:55 am

      5 stars
      Gingersnaps make such a great crust for a cheesecake. Love that it's no-bake and using up your mandarin oranges for the body along with the lime is very clever of you!! This would make a wonderful dessert when warm weather comes. I'll be saving the recipe. And I'm a lot like you -- I see beauty in the fruit and want to bring them home and photograph them first and then eat them.

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        January 12, 2019 at 1:18 pm

        Thank you so much! GLad to know a fellow photographer who loves to capture fruits.

        Reply
    19. Aleta says

      January 13, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, all my favourite flavours! I am such a sucker for cheesecake, if no other dessert existed in the whole world, I wouldn't even mind. The combination of mandarin with lime and gingersnap? Genius. Can't wait to make these!

      Reply
    20. Elizabeth Leaver says

      January 13, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      5 stars
      THIS SOUNDS DELICIOUS. I'm craving refreshing, citrussy flavours like this right now to remind me the sunshine is out there somewhere! And I love gingersnaps, even more so when they're slathered in cheesecake filling ?

      Reply
    21. Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 13, 2019 at 8:26 pm

      5 stars
      That looks so delicious! Very light and refreshing! Would have one right now!)

      Reply
    22. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says

      January 13, 2019 at 11:04 pm

      This looks and sounds absolutely delicious! My mouth is already watering thinking of that zesty, sweet lime and mandarin orange flavor!

      Reply

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