Key Lime Cheesecake Factory Copycat Recipe – A Tangy Delight!
Emys Key Lime Cheesecake Factory Copycat Recipe will transport your taste buds to cheesecake heaven! Dont worry, its not as daunting as it sounds. With some patience, you can create this creamy, tangy graham cracker masterpiece right at home. Heres how:
Ingredients:
Graham Cracker Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham crackers
2 tsp granulated sugar
6 tablespoons melted butter
Lime Cheesecake:
3 sticks 8 ounces each soft cream cheese
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 large eggs
Sweet Whipped Cream:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Optional Garnish:
Lemon peel or slices
Instructions:
Step 1 – Prepare the Crust:
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Position the oven racks so that one is above the middle position and the other is below the middle position. Lightly spray a 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, mix the graham crackers with sugar and melted butter. Mix well until blended.
Press the mixture into the bottom and sides about 1/2 way up of the prepared springform pan.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes. Remove it from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
Step 2 – Prepare the Filling:
In a large bowl of an electric mixer, or in the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk together the cream cheese, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add lemon juice and blend until smooth. Then add the eggs and mix until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can cause the cheesecake to crack while baking.
Step 3 – Assemble and Bake:
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
Place a metal or glass bowl on the lower rack of the oven and pour 3 cups of boiling water into it.
Immediately place the cheesecake on the top rack and bake for 55-65 minutes, until the cheesecake is set around the edges. You can expect a slight crunch in the center.
When the cheesecake is done, turn off the oven and leave the oven door open about 4 inches. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for an hour, until it cools completely.
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 4 – Prepare the Whipped Cream and Garnish:
When ready to serve, whisk together the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until thick and creamy.
Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cheesecake or pipe it around the edges.
Garnish with lemon slices or lime zest for an extra pop of flavor.
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