Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Raspberry Swirl Lemon Cheesecake, a perfect blend of creamy lemon cheesecake and vibrant raspberry swirls, all resting atop a crunchy Golden Oreo crust. This elegant dessert not only tantalizes your taste buds with its balance of tanginess and sweetness but also impresses visually with its stunning presentation. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or any gathering, this make-ahead treat will leave your guests asking for seconds. With straightforward steps, even novice bakers can master this impressive dessert and elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Golden or Lemon Oreos (finely crushed)
- 2 oz butter (melted)
- 6 oz fresh raspberries
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
- For topping: whipped cream and fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease an 8 or 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix crushed Oreos with melted butter and press into the pan to form the crust. Chill while preparing the filling.
- Blend raspberries with sugar until smooth and strain to remove seeds.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding sugar, heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour batter into the crust and swirl in raspberry puree gently.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes in a water bath until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating overnight.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form for topping just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 324
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 87mg