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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Base
Macerated Berries
Method
Cheesecake Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Blend the Base
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- 3
Add the Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- 4
Incorporate Manchego
Fold in the grated manchego cheese, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until combined.
- 5
Finish with Flour
Finally, add the flour and mix gently until just combined.
- 6
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake mixture into a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 7
Cool and Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Berry Preparation
- 8
Prepare the Berries
In a medium bowl, combine the mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- 9
Macerate the Berries
Gently toss the berries and let them sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature to macerate, allowing the sugar to draw out the juices.
- 10
Serve
Once the cheesecake has set, slice it and serve with the macerated berries spooned over the top.
