Berry Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the perfect balance of creamy and fruity with this Berry Cheesecake! With a buttery, crunchy crust, smooth and rich cream cheese filling, and a vibrant topping of fresh berries, this dessert is both elegant and irresistible.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1½ cups biscuits, crushed)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup ½ cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream
For the berry topping:
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix crushed biscuits and melted butter in a bowl until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and mix well.Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and sour cream/heavy cream.Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 45–50 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside for 10 minutes to prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In a small saucepan, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice.Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until berries soften.
- Mix cornstarch with a little water and stir in to thicken.Cool slightly and pour over the chilled cheesecake.Garnish with berries and mint.
- Serve and enjoy!Slice the cheesecake and serve with fresh berries if desired.