COOL LIME CHEESECAKE

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I started baking this treat several years ago, and it immediately won raves. The mixture of tart lime and sweet creamy cheesecake is absolutely scrumptious. At any get-together, it's a show-stopping dessert that's always enjoyed.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 36 squares)
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
20 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2/3 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 drop green food coloring, optional
Whipped cream and lime slices

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the side of a greased 10-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 8 minutes. Place pan on a wire rack to cool. Reduce heat to 325°. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and flour; beat well. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the lime juice, vanilla and food coloring if desired just until mixed. Pour into crust. Return pan to baking sheet., Bake for 50-55 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Garnish with whipped cream and lime. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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