Description
A delightful treat combining the tangy flavor of key limes with the creamy richness of cheesecake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs (Finely crushed)
- 0.5 cups Sugar
- 0.1 cups Unsalted butter (Melted)
- 16 oz Cream cheese (Softened)
- 0.5 cups Key lime juice
- 0.5 cups Sour cream
- 3 large Eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the Graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the key lime juice, sour cream, and eggs. Mix well until fully combined and creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for one hour to cool slowly.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Notes
Serve chilled topped with whipped cream or fresh lime slices. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: key lime cheesecake, dessert, creamy cheesecake, refreshing dessert, lime dessert