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Cheesecake Factory® Key Lime Cheesecake

“This tart and tangy dessert is a real treat that tastes just like the expensive original. This finished recipe is thick and creamy, with a sharp lime taste. It’s a great dessert for your family.”



1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs

5 tablespoons butter, melted

1 cup sugar

3 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 cup fresh lime juice, about 5 limes worth (If using key limes or juice, use half as much)

3 eggs

whipped cream

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine crumbs, butter and 1 tablespoon sugar in a bowl. Stir well to coat all crumbs. Keep it crumbly.

2. When the crumb mixture seems ready, press the crumbs onto the bottom and half way up the sides of an 8" springform pan. Then, place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside. Do not urn off the oven.

3. In large bowl combine the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and vanilla. Mix with electric mixer until smooth. Add the lime juice and eggs and continue to beat till smooth and creamy. Once ready, Pour filling into crust.

4. Place the pie in the oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes. If top is turning light brown, then the pie is done. Remove from the oven and allow to cool until room temperature. Then, put the pie into the refrigerator to chill. Once chilled, remove the pan sides and cut. Serve with whipped cream. Makes 1 full size pie.

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