Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of a margarita in the form of a creamy, boozy cheesecake. This Margarita Cheesecake is a perfect balance of tangy lime, tequila, and a hint of triple sec, all nestled in a graham cracker crust. A delightful dessert for any occasion, especially summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
For the filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons silver tequila
- 1 tablespoon triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping (optional):
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- lime zest and coarse salt for garnish
- whipped cream and lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, lime zest, and melted butter. Press into a pan and bake.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, cornstarch, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in lime juice, tequila, triple sec, lime zest, and vanilla.
- Bake: Pour filling over crust and bake until set. Cool, then refrigerate.
- Top and serve: Spread sour cream mix over the top, garnish, and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use a water bath or steam to prevent cracking.
- Adjust tequila and lime juice for a stronger margarita taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
