Follow these steps for perfect results
graham cracker crumbs
butter unsalted
melted
neufchatel cheese
room temperature
sour cream light
sugar
sugar
Triple Sec
tequila
lime juice
eggs
sour cream light
lime juice
sugar
lime slices
lime zest
FOR CRUST:
Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350F (180C).
Spray 9-inch springform pan with vegetable oil spray.
Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in medium bowl until blended.
Press crumbs over bottom and 1 inch up sides of prepared pan.
Refrigerate crust.
FOR FILLING:
Using electric mixer, beat neufchatel cheese in large bowl until fluffy.
Beat in sour cream, then sugar, triple sec, tequila and lime juice.
Beat in eggs.
Pour filling into crust.
Bake until outside 2 inches are set and center moves only slightly when pan is shaken, about 50 minutes.
Remove from oven; turn off oven.
FOR TOPPING:
Whisk sour cream, lime juice and sugar in small bowl to blend.
Spread evenly over cheesecake.
Return cheesecake to hot oven.
Let stand 45 minutes or less (Cheesecake will look very soft, but will set up when chilled.)
Refrigerate cake until well chilled, up to 1 day.
Run knife around pan sides to loosen.
Remove pan sides.
Place cake on platter.
Arrange lime slices and lime zest around top edge of cheesecake for garnish.
Expert advice for the best results
Chill the cheesecake thoroughly for best results.
Use a water bath during baking to prevent cracking.
Garnish with fresh lime wedges and zest for a vibrant presentation.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Garnish with lime slices and zest. Dust with powdered sugar.
Serve chilled.
Accompany with fresh berries.
Enhances the margarita flavor profile.
Sweet wine that complements the dessert.
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