Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Key Lime Cheesecake, where creamy cheesecake meets zesty key lime pie flavors. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to summer barbecues. With its smooth texture and refreshing citrus notes, this cheesecake will surely impress your guests and become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Topped with a swirl of stabilized whipped cream and a sprinkle of lime zest, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime zest (plus more for topping)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1/2 cup stabilized whipped cream (piped on top)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of the springform pan and bake for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in flour, lime zest, and key lime juice until fully combined.
- Pour filling over the hot crust and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 35 minutes. Turn off the oven and let cool inside for an hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Once chilled, remove from the pan, top with whipped cream and lime zest, slice, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg