Heavenly Berry Bliss Cheesecake
A creamy cheesecake topped with fresh berries, offering a perfect blend of flavors and textures, ideal for impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 ¾ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature.
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs Add eggs one by one to avoid overbeating.
For the Berry Topping
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries Combination of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
- ¼ cup sugar Adjust to taste.
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well blended. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs one by one.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake filling over your prepared crust in the springform pan. Bake for about 50-55 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly. Let it sit at room temperature for about an hour and then chill it in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Topping
- Just before serving, toss your mixed berries with sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes until juices start to release.
- Once your cheesecake has chilled and set, run a knife around the edge of the springform pan and release the sides. Top with your berry mixture just before serving.
Notes
Room temperature ingredients are essential for smooth texture; let the cheesecake chill overnight for best flavor.