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Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe

Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe

The Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe is creamy, fresh and full of bright flavor.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Western
Servings 10
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups digestive biscuits or graham crackers
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 2 tbsp sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 3 packs cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice

For the Raspberry Swirl:

  • 1½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions
  

Prepare the Pan

  • Line the springform pan with parchment paper. Grease the sides lightly with butter.

Crush the Biscuits

  • Put biscuits in a food processor. Grind until fine crumbs form. Use a zip bag if needed.

Mix Crust Ingredients

  • Add melted butter and sugar to crumbs. Mix well until texture looks like wet sand.

Form the Crust

  • Press mixture firmly into the pan base. Chill in fridge for 15 minutes.

Make Raspberry Sauce

  • Cook raspberries, sugar and lemon juice in a pan. Simmer until soft and thick.

Blend the Sauce

  • Blend the mixture until smooth. Strain seeds if desired. Let it cool fully.

Beat Cream Cheese

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. No lumps should remain.

Add Sugar

  • Add sugar slowly. Beat until fully mixed and silky smooth.

Add Eggs

  • Add eggs one at a time. Mix gently to avoid air bubbles.

Add Flavor

  • Add sour cream, vanilla, lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.

Pour Filling

  • Pour cheesecake mixture over chilled crust. Smooth the top gently.

Add Raspberry Swirl

  • Drop spoonfuls of raspberry sauce on top. Use toothpick to swirl gently.

Bake the Cheesecake

  • Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50–55 minutes until center is slightly jiggly.

Cool Slowly

  • Turn oven off. Leave door open slightly. Cool cheesecake inside oven for 1 hour.

Chill the Cake

  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Remove from pan. Slice gently. Serve cold for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature cream cheese for smooth texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter. This prevents cracks.
  • Always cool cheesecake slowly.
  • Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
  • Add strawberry instead of raspberry for a twist.
  • Try chocolate crust for richer taste.
  • Add white chocolate chips for sweetness.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for lighter version.
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