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Bright, Tangy, and Way Easier Than It Looks

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 24 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 325°F.
  2. Mix crumbs and butter, then press them into a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each.
  5. Stir in lime juice, zest, and vanilla.
  6. Pour the filling over the crust.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, until the center jiggles slightly.
  8. Cool at room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours.
  9. Run a knife around the edge before releasing the pan.