Description
Indulge in the deliciously refreshing taste of Key Lime Cheesecake Bars, a dessert that perfectly balances creamy cheesecake and zesty key lime flavors. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family gatherings, these bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious filling that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to be served chilled or at room temperature, they can also be made ahead of time for added convenience. Elevate your dessert game with this delightful treat that brings a burst of sunshine to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 and 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons key lime zest
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the graham cracker crust by mixing crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and pressing into a lined baking pan.
- Bake for about 10 minutes; cool.
- In a mixer, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth; add sugars, zest, and juice.
- Mix in eggs one at a time until just combined; pour over the cooled crust.
- Lower oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 38–40 minutes or until edges are set.
- Cool at room temperature for one hour, then refrigerate for at least five hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: <0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg