Key Lime Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Mix graham crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
3. 3
   Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
4. 4
   Add lime peel and juice; mix well.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until blended.
6. 6
   Pour over crust.
7. 7
   Bake 45 to 50 min.
8. 8
   or until centre is almost set.
9. 9
   Run knife or metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim.
10. 10
    Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.
11. 11
    Top with whipped topping just before serving.
12. 12
    Store leftovers in refrigerator.