key lime cheesecake

Name: Key Lime Cheesecake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cup(s) graham cracker crumbs; 5 tablespoon(s) melted butter; 1 cup(s) plus 1 Tbsp of sugar; 3 package(s) cream cheese, 8 oz each; 1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract; 1/2 cup(s) lime juice (5 limes) or if using purchased juice 1/4 cup; 3 large eggs; - whipped cream

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SK H

Salt Life, FL

Updated on Feb 6, 2020

If you love lime you will love this cheesecake. So rich and luscious, to die for.

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A slice of Key Lime Cheesecake on a plate with whipped cream.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Attention all you lime fans out there! This light and creamy cheesecake offers up some delightful lime flavor. The lime is subtle but flavorful. A delicious flavor profile. It's a perfect dessert to enjoy on those hot summer nights out on the patio.

— The Test Kitchen

prep time 20 Min

cook time 1 Hr 15 Min

method Bake

yield Depending upon the size of the piece

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup plus 1 Tbsp of sugar
3 packages cream cheese, 8 oz each
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup lime juice (5 limes) or if using purchased juice 1/4 cup
3 large eggs
- whipped cream

How To Make key lime cheesecake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350. Combine crumbs, butter, and 1 Tbsp sugar in a bowl. Stir well to coat all crumbs. Keep it crumbly.

Step 2

Press the crumbs onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of an 8" springform pan.
Step 3

Bake crust for about 5 minutes and set aside.
Step 4

In a large bowl combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix with electric mixer till smooth. Add the lime juice and eggs and continue to beat till smooth and creamy.
Step 5

Pour filling into crust.
Step 6

Bake for 60 to 70 mins. If the top is turning light brown, it's done.
Step 7

Remove from oven and allow to cool until room temperature. Then put uncovered into fridge.
Step 8

When chilled, remove the pan sides and cut. Serve with whipped cream.
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