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Key Lime Cheesecake

Creamy Key Lime Cheesecake That’s a Slice of Summer Bliss

This Key Lime Cheesecake is a refreshing dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its creamy filling and zesty key lime flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs You can also use digestive biscuits.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted; coconut oil can be used as a dairy-free substitute.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese Room temperature; avoid low-fat options.
  • 1 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 0.5 cups key lime juice Use fresh juice for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest Fresh zest enhances the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall sweetness.
  • 1 cups cold heavy whipping cream Keeps it cold for effective whipping.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Whisk attachment

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a mixing bowl and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden, then cool.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth for about 2 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until lump-free and fluffy.
  3. Add key lime juice, key lime zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix on low speed until well combined.
  4. In a separate cold bowl, whip heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into the key lime filling in batches to maintain airiness.
  6. Pour the filling over the cooled crust, smooth the top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh key lime juice and let the cheesecake chill overnight before serving.

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