Description
Indulge in the velvety smoothness of this Citrus Berry Burnt Cheesecake, where the rich creaminess of the cheese meets the bright, zesty notes of citrus and the sweet-tart burst of fresh berries. The caramelized top adds a delightful crunch, creating a perfect contrast to the luscious filling beneath.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cheesecake:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- For the Berry Topping:
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into a parchment-lined 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is deeply golden and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For the berry topping, combine mixed berries, honey, and lemon juice in a bowl and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Top the chilled cheesecake with the berry mixture before serving.
Notes
- This cheesecake can be made up to 2 days in advance; store it covered in the refrigerator.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the cream cheese and other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Substitute mixed berries with any seasonal fruit like peaches or cherries for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the cheesecake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Sodium: 250 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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