🍰 Mixed Berry Cheesecake

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 2 tbsp sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 500g cream cheese, softened

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup sour cream

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Berry Topping

• 1 cup raspberries

• ½ cup blueberries

• ½ cup blackberries

• ¼ cup sugar

• 2 tbsp water

• 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

Garnish

• Fresh berries

• Mint leaves

• Powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F).

2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.

3. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.

4. Bake for 8 minutes and cool.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add sugar and mix well.

3. Add eggs one at a time.

4. Mix in vanilla, sour cream, and lemon juice.

Step 3: Bake

1. Pour filling onto the crust.

2. Bake for 45–50 minutes until the center is slightly set.

3. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside for 1 hour.

4. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 4: Prepare the Berry Sauce

1. Combine berries, sugar, and water in a saucepan.

2. Simmer for 5 minutes.

3. Stir in cornstarch slurry.

4. Cook until thickened.

5. Let cool completely.

Step 5: Decorate

1. Spoon berry sauce over chilled cheesecake.

2. Top with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries.

3. Dust lightly with powdered sugar.

4. Garnish with mint leaves.

Serving Suggestions

☕ Fresh coffee or espresso
🍵 Earl Grey tea
🍓 Extra fresh berries on the side
🍨 Vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 25 minutes

• Bake Time: 50 minutes

• Chill Time: 4 hours

• Total Time: About 5 hours 15 minutes

Nutrition (Approx. Per Slice)

• Calories: 420

• Protein: 7g

• Carbohydrates: 32g

• Fat: 29g

Chef's Tip

The secret to a silky-smooth cheesecake is using room-temperature ingredients and avoiding overmixing after adding the eggs. For the glossy berry topping shown in the photo, strain half of the cooked berry sauce and pour it over the cake before arranging the fresh berries on top. 🍰🫐🍓✨