Description
Mini Lime and Guava Cheesecakes (no-bake) are a refreshing tropical delight that bring the vibrant flavors of Cuban cuisine to your dessert table. These individual cheesecakes are creamy, rich, and bursting with the perfect balance of tangy lime and sweet guava. Ideal for summer gatherings or any celebration, they require no baking—perfect for those warm days when you want something cool and delicious without turning on the oven. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, these mini treats are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 15 Maria cookies (or 1 cup graham cracker crumbs)
- 4 tbsp butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 7 oz guava paste (about 3 wedges)
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine crushed cookies with melted butter, mix well, and press into mini cheesecake cups.
- Make the filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar, vanilla, lime juice, and zest. Fold in whipped heavy cream until combined.
- Assemble: Spoon or pipe filling over each crust.
- Prepare the guava topping: Heat guava paste with water until smooth; cool before drizzling over cheesecakes.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (80g)
- Calories: 269
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 162mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 54mg