Description
Indulge in a delightful Raspberry Swirl Lemon Cheesecake, the ultimate dessert for special occasions. This creamy cheesecake features a luscious blend of tangy lemon and sweet raspberry swirls, creating a beautiful centerpiece for any gathering. With its elegant presentation and refreshing flavor profile, it’s sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s easy enough for novice bakers to tackle, making it a stress-free addition to your menu. Prepare it ahead of time to relax and enjoy the company of your loved ones without last-minute fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Golden or Lemon Oreos (for crust)
- 2 oz butter (melted)
- 6 oz fresh raspberries
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease an 8 or 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix crushed Oreos with melted butter; press into the pan to form the crust. Refrigerate.
- Blend fresh raspberries with sugar; strain to remove seeds.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then mix in heavy cream, lemon juice, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the crust; swirl in raspberry puree.
- Bake in a water bath for 60-70 minutes, then cool in the oven before refrigerating overnight.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar for topping; garnish with fresh raspberries before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 278mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 106mg