Description
Indulge in the delightful Raspberry Swirl Lemon Cheesecake, a creamy dessert that perfectly balances tangy lemon and sweet raspberry flavors. This elegant cheesecake features a luscious layer of raspberry puree swirled throughout a rich cream cheese filling, all nestled in a buttery cookie crust. Ideal for any occasion—from birthdays to casual family dinners—this dessert is sure to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and refreshing taste. Serve it topped with whipped cream and fresh raspberries for an extra touch of elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Golden or Lemon Oreos
- 2 oz butter
- 6 oz fresh raspberries
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease an 8 or 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine crushed Oreos and melted butter, pressing into the bottom of the pan for the crust.
- Blend raspberries and sugar until smooth; strain to remove seeds.
- Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth, then mix in heavy cream, sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs until combined.
- Pour batter into crust, swirl in raspberry puree, then bake for 60-70 minutes in a water bath until slightly jiggly.
- Chill overnight before serving topped with whipped cream and fresh raspberries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg