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Ingredients
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For the Crust
Method
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.
- 2
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the buttermilk, eggs, key lime juice, and zest. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- 3
Combine and Bake
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
- 4
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Once chilled, remove from the springform pan, slice, and serve with additional key lime zest or whipped cream if desired.
