Ingredients
9 graham crackers, finely crushed (about 1 1/4 c.)
5 tbsp. melted butter
2 tbsp. granulated sugar
2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
2 c. powdered sugar
3 tbsp. tequila
Juice and zest of 1 lime
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1 c. whipped cream
Lime wedges
1/4 c. granulated sugar
Whipped cream
Crushed graham crackers
Preparation
Step 1Make crust: In a medium bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar together.Step 2Make cheesecake mousse: In large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add tequila, lime juice and zest, vanilla, and salt and beat until incorporated. Fold in whipped cream. Transfer cheesecake mousse to a piping bag. Step 3Run a lime wedge around 6 glasses and place sugar on a small plate. Dip rim of glasses into sugar, turning to coat. Divide graham cracker mixture between glasses and lightly pack in with a spoon, then pipe cheesecake mousse over the crusts. Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 1 hour and up to overnight. Step 4When ready to serve, top cheesecakes with whipped cream, more crushed graham crackers, and a lime wedge.
