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May 04, 2023

Key Lime Cheesecake Recipe

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Experience the perfect summer treat with this key lime cheesecake. Made with a scrumptious graham cracker crust and topped with lime zest whipped cream, this creamy but juicy dessert is a refreshing delight! Each bite is the perfect combination of tart and sweet.

Once you get the hang of making cheesecake from scratch, you won't want it any other way. Looking for more ways to impress friends and family at your next get-together? Try making lemon cheesecake or Bailey's cheesecake!

Key lime is the quintessential summer dessert flavor. I have quite a few key lime desserts already on the blog (no-bake key lime cheesecake and key lime cake are great!) but I thought that a classic cheesecake recipe needed to be added to the list. Key lime cheesecake is creamy, sweet, just a little bit tart, and everything that a summer dessert should be.

The light and fluffy cheesecake filling sits on top of a buttery graham cracker crust. It's then finished off with a homemade whipped topping, lime zest for some extra citrus flavor, and key lime slices for a picture-perfect presentation! If you want to bring a show-stopping dessert to your next potluck, this key lime cheesecake is the way to go. With how creamy, flavorful, and indulgent it is, everyone will want a slice!

This is everything you will need to create a bakery-worthy key lime cheesecake. Trust me, you’ll think the grocery trip is worth it once you try a bite of this creamy, tangy heaven. Looking for measurements? They can all be found below in the recipe card.

Making homemade key lime cheesecake isn't as difficult as it seems. I know this is a lot to read, but I’ve included a lot of tips and tricks on how to get your cheesecake to turn out perfectly. Patience and attention to detail is key (or should I say, key lime) here!

Making homemade cheesecake can be tricky. I’ve added a few tips below to help you out!

Key lime cheesecake is best stored covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can either store it in an airtight cake container or wrap carefully with plastic wrap.

Yes! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap then place in a large freezer bag. It will keep for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge when you’re ready to enjoy it. The texture may change slightly, but it will still be delicious!

Key lime desserts are the best combination of tart and sweet. They’re creamy and indulgent, but also juicy and refreshing! Here are a few more great recipes to try that will satisfy your sweet tooth:

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Serves: 12

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.