Key Lime Cheesecake
A delightful dessert that harmoniously blends the tartness of key limes with the creamy richness of traditional cheesecake. Perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat together cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, key lime juice, key lime zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing until blended.
- Stir in sour cream and pour the mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly wobbly.
- Cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed key lime juice and zest. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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