Description
Silky lemon raspberry swirl cheesecake brings zesty citrus and sweet berry magic to dessert lovers’ dreams. Rich cream cheese layers dance with tangy raspberry ribbons, promising a luxurious slice that makes taste buds celebrate summer’s most elegant flavor combination.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup raspberry puree
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare a 325°F (163°C) oven and position a rack in the center for even baking.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to create a compact, even crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the cream cheese and sugar until completely smooth and free of lumps, ensuring a silky texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the cream cheese mixture, gently mixing after each addition to maintain a uniform consistency.
- Fold in sour cream, freshly grated lemon zest, and tangy lemon juice, blending until the filling becomes light and creamy.
- Carefully pour approximately half of the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust, creating an initial smooth layer.
- Drizzle raspberry puree across the surface, using a knife to create elegant swirling patterns throughout the first layer.
- Gently add the remaining cheesecake batter, covering the raspberry swirled layer completely.
- Create additional decorative swirls by running a knife through the top layer, mixing the raspberry and cheesecake batter subtly.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, watching for a slight jiggle in the center while ensuring the edges are set and lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving to achieve the perfect creamy consistency.
Notes
- Chill ingredients like cream cheese and eggs at room temperature for smoother, lump-free mixing.
- Use fresh raspberries for vibrant puree or opt for high-quality frozen raspberries if fresh aren’t available.
- Prevent cracks by avoiding overmixing and baking in a water bath for gentle, even heat distribution.
- Customize the dessert by substituting graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives or experimenting with different berry purees like blueberry or strawberry.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 383 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg