Key Lime Cheesecake
A tangy and creamy Key Lime Cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 245 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and 1/4 cup of sugar until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form a solid crust.
- Beat together the eggs, remaining sugar, sour cream, key lime juice, key lime zest, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Pour the luscious filling into the prepared crust, making sure it’s evenly distributed.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggles.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight if possible).
Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries. Use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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