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Mary Berry’s Zesty Lemon & Lime Cheesecake

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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake/No Cook
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This light, creamy Lemon & Lime Cheesecake is a Mary Berry classic—simple, refreshing, and full of citrusy flavor. With a buttery biscuit base and a no-bake, zesty filling, it’s perfect for spring and summer gatherings or an easy make-ahead dessert.


Ingredients

For the Base:

  • 150g (about 1 1/2 cups) digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed

  • 75g (5 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 1 can (397g) sweetened condensed milk

  • 300g (1 1/4 cups) full-fat cream cheese, softened

  • Zest and juice of 2 lemons

  • Zest and juice of 2 limes

To Decorate (optional):

 

  • Whipped cream

  • Extra lemon and lime zest or thin citrus slices


Instructions

  • Make the Base: In a bowl, combine crushed biscuits and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.

  • Press the mixture firmly into the base of a 20cm (8-inch) springform tin. Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes.

  • Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk and beat until combined.

  • Stir in the lemon and lime juice and zest. The acidity will naturally thicken the mixture.

  • Pour the filling over the chilled base and smooth the top with a spatula.

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.

 

  • Decorate with whipped cream and extra zest or citrus slices before serving, if desired.


Notes

  • This cheesecake is no-bake and egg-free—ideal for warm-weather desserts.

  • Make sure to use full-fat cream cheese for the best set and texture.

 

  • Can be made 1–2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.