Cheesecake Factory Key Lime Cheesecake

Here’s a version of the Cheesecake Factory Key Lime Cheesecake recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 5 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup plus one tablespoon sugar
• 3 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about five limes; if using key limes or key lime juice, use half as much)
• 3 eggs
• Whipped cream (for serving)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the Crust:

   • In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and one tablespoon of sugar. Stir well to coat all the crumbs, keeping the mixture crumbly.
   • Press the crumb mixture onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of an 8-inch springform pan.
   • Bake the crust in the oven for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.

3. Make the Filling:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
   • Add the fresh lime juice and eggs, and continue to beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

4. Combine and Bake:

   • Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust.
   • Bake in the oven for 60 to 70 minutes. The cheesecake is done when the top is turning light brown.

5. Cool and Chill:

   • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature.
   • Once cooled, place the cheesecake in the refrigerator to chill.

6. Serve:

   • When chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and cut the cheesecake into slices.
   • Serve with whipped cream on top.

Enjoy your delicious Key Lime Cheesecake!