Ingredients

• Graham cracker crumbs - 1 ½ cups
• Unsalted butter, melted - ¼ cup
• Cream cheese, softened - 24 oz
• Granulated sugar - 1 cup
• Sour cream - 1 cup
• Lime juice - ½ cup
• Lime zest - 1 tablespoon
• Large eggs - 3
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2.

   In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

3. 3.

   Bake crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

4. 4.

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.

5. 5.

   Add sugar, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.

6. 6.

   Add eggs one at a time, beating just until blended after each addition.

7. 7.

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.

8. 8.

   Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.

9. 9.

   Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutritional Facts