Seasonal Cheesecake Recipe
Make Seasonal Cheesecake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly.
- 3
Press into Pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
- 7
Mix in Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until combined.
- 8
Incorporate Fruit Puree
Fold in the seasonal fruit puree gently until just combined.
Baking the Cheesecake
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
- 12
Serve Chilled
Once chilled, slice the cheesecake and serve with whipped cream and fresh seasonal fruit if desired.
