Description
Creamy lemon raspberry swirl cheesecake delivers a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors in every delightful slice. Rich cream cheese and bright fruit create a luxurious dessert that will make guests swoon with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
base:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
additional ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Craft a robust graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with melted butter and sugar, pressing firmly into a greased springform pan to create a compact, uniform base.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until luxuriously smooth, gradually incorporating eggs one at a time to ensure a silky texture. Infuse the mixture with vanilla, tangy sour cream, vibrant lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice.
- Gently cascade half the creamy cheesecake batter over the crust, creating an even layer with a delicate spatula stroke.
- Prepare flavor accents by whisking lemon curd with additional citrus juice and blending raspberry puree with a hint of sweetness.
- Artfully dollop lemon and raspberry mixtures across the initial cheesecake layer, then use a knife to create elegant marble-like swirls that intertwine the vibrant colors.
- Pour remaining cheesecake batter to conceal the swirled layer, smoothing the surface for a polished appearance.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven, baking until the center sets with a gentle wobble, approximately 50-60 minutes.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually inside the oven with the door slightly ajar, preventing unsightly cracks and ensuring a pristine texture.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to achieve optimal consistency and flavor melding.
- Just before serving, embellish with delicate lemon zest curls, plump fresh raspberries, and a cloud-like dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
- Prevent Crust Crumbling by pressing the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, using the back of a measuring cup for a compact, stable base.
- Create Smooth Cheesecake Texture by ensuring cream cheese is at room temperature and beating ingredients gradually to avoid lumps, which can make the filling grainy.
- Swirling Technique matters – use a toothpick or thin knife to create delicate marble patterns without overmixing, keeping distinct lemon and raspberry color separation.
- Customize Dietary Needs by substituting graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives, using low-fat cream cheese, or replacing sugar with monk fruit sweetener for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg