Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake
Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that brings together the zesty brightness of lemon and the sweet tartness of fresh raspberries. This creamy cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering, summer picnic, or just a special treat at home. Its vibrant raspberry swirl creates an eye-catching presentation that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Plus, this recipe is easy to follow, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Indulge in this refreshing dessert and enjoy every luscious bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for raspberry swirl)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for raspberry swirl)
Instructions
- Prepare the raspberry swirl: In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Strain to remove seeds and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into a springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes; let cool.
- Make cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time on low speed.
- Assemble: Pour cheesecake filling over crust and drop spoonfuls of raspberry sauce on top; swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let cool inside for one hour.
- Chill for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg