Jul 14 2026
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Cheesecake Recipe

Inspired by Craft & Vine
Time3h
Serves10

Classic cheesecake with berry sauce.

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Ingredients

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Crust

Cheesecake Filling

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crust

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Crust

    Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Cheesecake Filling Preparation

  1. 3

    Mix the Filling

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.

  2. 4

    Add the Eggs

    Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.

  3. 5

    Pour the Filling

    Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.

  4. 6

    Bake the Cheesecake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.

  5. 7

    Chill

    Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

Berry Sauce Preparation

  1. 8

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the mixed berries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.

  2. 9

    Cook the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the berries break down and the sauce thickens slightly.

  3. 10

    Cool the Sauce

    Remove from heat and let the berry sauce cool completely before serving.

Serving

  1. 11

    Serve the Cheesecake

    Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, remove it from the springform pan. Slice and serve each piece with a drizzle of the berry sauce on top.

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