Martha Stewart Key Lime Cheesecake Recipe
Do you love creamy desserts? This Martha Stewart Key Lime Cheesecake Recipe is perfect. It is smooth, tart, and very sweet.
Equipment
- 9-inch springform pan
- Large mixing bowls
- Electric hand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Citrus juicer and zester.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs.
- 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter.
- 2 tablespoons white sugar.
- 24 ounces softened cream cheese.
- 1 cup granulated sugar.
- 3 large room-temperature eggs.
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice.
- 1 tablespoon lime zest.
- 1/2 cup sour cream.
Instructions
- Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press into the pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Let it cool.
- Beat cheese and sugar until very smooth. Use medium speed.
- Add eggs one at a time. Mix slowly after each one.
- Stir in lime juice, zest, and sour cream. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the pan. Bake for 50 minutes.
- Cool at room temperature. Refrigerate for six hours.
Notes
- Use fresh key limes for better flavor.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Do not overbeat the eggs in the batter.
- Grease your pan well to prevent sticking.
- Let it chill overnight for the best texture.