Description
A delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake with hints of citrus, paired beautifully with fresh mixed berries. This dessert is a showstopper for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Butter for greasing
- Graham cracker crumbs (optional for crust)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a springform pan with butter. If using a crust, press graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of the pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, lemon juice, orange juice, lemon zest, and orange zest until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the mixed berries with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is dark and the edges are set, while the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about an hour.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Cracking Prevention: Avoid overmixing the eggs to prevent cracks. Flavor Variations: Experiment with different berries or add more citrus zest for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg