Jalapeño Lime Cheesecake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs.
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½ cup butter, melted.
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3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened.
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¾ cup white sugar.
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¾ cup sour cream.
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3 eggs, at room temperature.
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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½ cup fresh lime juice.
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1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced.
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
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Bake the crust for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and sour cream with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
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With the last egg, beat in the flour, vanilla extract, and fresh lime juice until smooth.
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Gently fold the minced jalapeño into the mixture, mixing just enough to distribute it evenly.
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Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prepared crust.
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Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
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Reduce the oven temperature to 250°F (120°C) and continue baking for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is just set.
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Remove from the oven and run a paring knife along the edges of the pan to loosen the cheesecake.
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Allow the cheesecake to cool on a wire rack at room temperature for 1 hour. Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
# Notes:
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Jalapeño Lime Cheesecake offers a unique combination of creamy sweetness and a hint of spice, perfect for adventurous dessert lovers.
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The fresh lime juice provides a refreshing citrusy note that balances the rich texture of the cheesecake.