Description
A refreshing summer cheesecake topped with a luscious mix of fresh berries and peaches, with a creamy, tangy filling set on a graham cracker crust. The perfect seasonal dessert for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the cheesecake filling:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- For the fruit topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease or line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, sour cream, and lemon juice.
- Slowly add the heavy cream and mix until the filling is smooth. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake the cheesecake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Afterward, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- For the fruit topping, toss the sliced strawberries, peaches, and raspberries in a bowl with honey and lemon zest. Let sit for 15 minutes to allow the juices to release.
- Once the cheesecake has chilled, spread the fruit topping evenly over the cheesecake. Slice and serve.
Notes
- For a thicker fruit topping, add a small drizzle of strawberry or peach jam to the mixture.
- If using frozen fruit, make sure to thaw and drain it to avoid excess moisture.
- You can use any combination of berries and fruits that are in season for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: summer cheesecake, berry peach cheesecake, fruit-topped cheesecake, creamy cheesecake, seasonal dessert