Description
Discover the perfect balance of tangy raspberries, creamy cheesecake, and a chocolatey Oreo crust in this Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake recipe. Ideal for any occasion, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Keyword: Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe.
Ingredients
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For the Oreo Crust:
- 24 Oreo cookies (crushed into crumbs)
- 60g (1/4 cup) unsalted butter (melted)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 450g (16 oz) cream cheese (softened)
- 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 120ml (1/2 cup) sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Raspberry Swirl:
- 200g (1 cup) fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
For Topping:
- Extra raspberry sauce or fresh raspberries (optiona
Instructions
- Prepare the Oreo Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Combine crushed Oreos and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan (9 inches). Bake for 8 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.
- Make the Raspberry Swirl Sauce:
- Heat raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the raspberries break down.
- If thicker sauce is desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce. Simmer until thickened. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let it cool.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cheesecake filling onto the Oreo crust, spreading it evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of the raspberry sauce onto the cheesecake and use a skewer or knife to swirl it into the filling, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with hot water, halfway up the sides of the cheesecake pan, to create a water bath.
- Bake at 160°C (325°F) for 55-65 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve:
- Top with extra raspberry sauce or fresh raspberries before serving for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- A water bath prevents cracks and ensures a creamy texture.
- The raspberry sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
- For a no-bake option, skip baking the crust and refrigerate it for 30 minutes before adding the filling.