Description
Indulge in a zesty and spicy twist on the classic dessert with this Jalapeño Lime Cheesecake recipe. Creamy and tangy with a hint of heat, this unique cheesecake is sure to impress your taste buds and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1–2 small jalapeños, finely minced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
For Garnish:
- whipped cream
- thin lime slices
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add ¾ cup sugar, eggs, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, jalapeños, vanilla, and salt. Pour over crust.
- Bake: Place the pan in a larger pan with hot water for a water bath. Bake for 50–60 minutes. Let cool in the oven.
- Chill and Garnish: Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours. Garnish with whipped cream and lime slices before serving.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeños for desired heat level.
- Enhance lime flavor with more zest or extract.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
