Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsTrattoria MercattoCheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake Recipe

Inspired by Trattoria Mercatto
Time2h 30m
Serves10

gooseberry, toasted coconut, seabuckthorn purée

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Ingredients

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Crust

Cheesecake Filling

Gooseberry Topping

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.

Cheesecake Filling

  1. 2

    Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.

  2. 3

    Bake the Cheesecake

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

Gooseberry Topping Preparation

  1. 4

    Make the Gooseberry Topping

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the gooseberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the gooseberries have softened and the mixture has thickened, about 10-15 minutes. Allow to cool.

Seabuckthorn Purée

  1. 5

    Prepare the Seabuckthorn Purée

    In a blender or food processor, combine the seabuckthorn berries, honey (or maple syrup), and water. Blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, if desired.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Assemble the Cheesecake

    Once the cheesecake is fully cooled, spread the gooseberry topping over the top. Drizzle with the seabuckthorn purée. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.

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