Description
This Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake blends a rich, creamy cheesecake base with the vibrant, juicy sweetness of fresh peaches and mixed berries. It’s a stunning dessert that’s light, refreshing, and perfect for warm-weather gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 medium peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let it cool.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Mix in vanilla, sour cream, and lemon juice.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 30 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Top with sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and peaches. If using jam, warm it slightly and brush over the fruit.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute graham crackers with crushed Oreos or vanilla wafers.
- Reduce sugar or use substitutes for a less sweet version.
- Use plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- Fruits like mango, cherries, or kiwi can be used instead of berries or peaches.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
