Raspberry Swirl Treat (Print)
Creamy cheesecake meets tangy raspberries in this marbled dessert topped with whipped cream for a fancy finishing touch.
# Ingredients:
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Crust Layer.
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1 cup and a half of crushed graham crackers.
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1/4 cup white sugar.
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1/2 cup melted unsalted butter.
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Cheesecake Mixture.
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Three 8-ounce packs of softened cream cheese.
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1 cup white sugar.
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1/4 cup sour cream.
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3 eggs, large-sized.
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
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1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional).
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Raspberry Topping.
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1/2 cup of raspberries (use fresh or frozen).
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2 tablespoons white sugar.
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1 teaspoon lemon juice.
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1 teaspoon cornstarch.
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To Decorate.
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Whipped cream.
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Lemon wedges.
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 325°F (160°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
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Combine cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mix feels like damp sand. Press it firmly into the pan base. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool off.
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To prepare the raspberry swirl, toss raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch into a small pot over medium heat. Stir and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until thickened. Allow to cool a bit.
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For the filling, whip cream cheese together with sugar until smooth and creamy. Stir in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice if you'd like. Beat in eggs one by one on a low setting to avoid overmixing.
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Pour the creamy filling into the cooled crust. Add spoonfuls of the raspberry sauce on top, then swirl through the batter using a knife or toothpick.
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Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. The edges should be firm, but the middle should still wiggle a little. Switch off the oven, leave the door slightly open, and let the cheesecake rest inside for another hour.
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Move the cheesecake to the fridge and let it chill for 4 hours or, even better, overnight.
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Right before serving, add whipped cream and slices of lemon for decoration.
# Notes:
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It's best to let the cheesecake set in the fridge until the next day for better texture.
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Top it off with some whipped cream and fresh lemon wedges before presenting.