WHITE CHOCOLATE LIME MOUSSE CAKE

White Chocolate Lime Mousse Cake image

The line at the dessert table convinced me this cake was a winner when I served it at a party. It makes a pretty presentation, baking up nice and high. The zippy lime and gingersnap flavors really come through.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups crushed gingersnaps (about 38 cookies)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
6 tablespoons lime juice
9 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
2-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lime zest

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the gingersnaps, sugar and butter; press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Set aside. , In a microwave-safe dish, sprinkle gelatin over lime juice. Let stand for 1 minute. Microwave on high for 10-20 seconds; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Set aside. , In a microwave, melt chocolate with 1/2 cup cream; stir until smooth. Cool slightly; stir in dissolved gelatin. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gradually add chocolate mixture and lime zest and mix well. , In another large bowl, beat remaining cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into cream cheese mixture. Spoon over the crust. Cover and chill overnight. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.