Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.25 cup

graham cracker crumbs

0.25 cup

butter unsalted

melted

24 unit

neufchatel cheese

room temperature

1.25 cup

sour cream light

0.75 cup

sugar

2 tbsp

sugar

2.5 tbsp

Triple Sec

2.5 tbsp

tequila

2.5 tbsp

lime juice

4 unit

eggs

0.75 cup

sour cream light

1 tbsp

lime juice

1 tbsp

sugar

1 unit

lime slices

1 unit

lime zest

Step 1
~5 min

FOR CRUST:

Step 2
~5 min

Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350F (180C).

Step 3
~5 min

Spray 9-inch springform pan with vegetable oil spray.

Step 4
~5 min

Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in medium bowl until blended.

Step 5
~5 min

Press crumbs over bottom and 1 inch up sides of prepared pan.

Step 6
~5 min

Refrigerate crust.

Step 7
~5 min

FOR FILLING:

Step 8
~5 min

Using electric mixer, beat neufchatel cheese in large bowl until fluffy.

Step 9
~5 min

Beat in sour cream, then sugar, triple sec, tequila and lime juice.

Step 10
~5 min

Beat in eggs.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour filling into crust.

Step 12
~5 min

Bake until outside 2 inches are set and center moves only slightly when pan is shaken, about 50 minutes.

Step 13
~5 min

Remove from oven; turn off oven.

Step 14
~5 min

FOR TOPPING:

Step 15
~5 min

Whisk sour cream, lime juice and sugar in small bowl to blend.

Step 16
~5 min

Spread evenly over cheesecake.

Step 17
~5 min

Return cheesecake to hot oven.

Step 18
~5 min

Let stand 45 minutes or less (Cheesecake will look very soft, but will set up when chilled.)

Step 19
~5 min

Refrigerate cake until well chilled, up to 1 day.

Step 20
~5 min

Run knife around pan sides to loosen.

Step 21
~5 min

Remove pan sides.

Step 22
~5 min

Place cake on platter.

Step 23
~5 min

Arrange lime slices and lime zest around top edge of cheesecake for garnish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Accompany with fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Chocolate sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

Fusion dessert, blending Mexican and American flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Birthday Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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