INGREDIENTS
For the Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
For the Berry Topping:
1½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 cup fresh blueberries
½ cup fresh raspberries
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
For Decoration:
Fresh strawberries
Fresh blueberries
Fresh raspberries
Fresh mint leaves
👩🍳 INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until evenly combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly. - Make the filling
Beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
Add the sour cream, vanilla, lemon juice, flour, and salt. Mix just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing. - Bake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top.
Bake at 325°F (165°C) for about 50–60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and leave the cheesecake inside for 30 minutes.
Remove and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, preferably overnight. - Make the berry topping
Add the strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium heat.
Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring gently, until the berries release their juices.
Mix the cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir it into the berries and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
Let the berry sauce cool completely. - Assemble
Remove the chilled cheesecake from the springform pan. Spoon the berry topping generously over the center, allowing some of the beautiful berry sauce to drip naturally down the sides.
Decorate with fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and mint leaves. - Serve
For the cleanest slices, chill the cheesecake well and use a sharp knife dipped in warm water. Wipe the knife between each cut.
Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity, irresistible dessert! 🍓🫐🍰