Key Lime Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Key Lime Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs; 3 tbsp. sugar; 3 tbsp. butter, melted; 3 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese; 1 cup sugar; 3 tbsp. flour; 3 tbsp. key lime juice; 1 tbsp. grated lime peel; 1/2 tsp. vanilla; 3 eggs; 1 egg white; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 tbsp. cornstarch; 1/2 cup cold water; 1/2 cup key lime juice; 1 egg yolk

Servings: persons

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tbsp. sugar
3 tbsp. butter, melted
3 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese
1 cup sugar
3 tbsp. flour
3 tbsp. key lime juice
1 tbsp. grated lime peel
1/2 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs
1 egg white
3/4 cup sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup key lime juice
1 egg yolk

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Mix crumbs, sugar, and butter and press into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3
Bake 10 minutes.
4
Beat cream cheese, sugar, flour, juice, peel, and vanilla at medium until well blended.
5
Add the 3 whole eggs and the egg white, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6
Pour over crust.
7
Bake 40 minutes.
8
Turn off oven and let cake cool as the oven cools down.
9
Loosen cake from rim of pan.
10
Cool completely before removing rim.
11
Mix sugar and cornstarch in saucepan.
12
Gradually stir in water and juice.
13
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
14
Boil 1 minute until clear and thickened, stirring constantly.
15
Add small amount of hot mixture to slightly beaten egg yolk.
16
Return mixture to saucepan and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
17
Cool slightly.
18
Spoon topping over cheesecake and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
19
Garnish with paper-thin slices of lime.

1332

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, 3 tbsp. sugar, 3 tbsp. butter, melted, 3 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Key Lime Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Key Lime Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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