Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake, a perfect balance of tangy lemon flavor and sweet raspberry essence. This creamy dessert is not only visually stunning with its vibrant swirls but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—be it a birthday party, holiday gathering, or simply a weekend treat. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth cheesecake filling accentuated by fresh raspberries, every bite promises a refreshing taste experience that will leave your guests craving more. Serve it chilled for the ultimate indulgence!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 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
Instructions
- Prepare Raspberry Swirl: In a saucepan, combine raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Strain to remove seeds and set aside.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Make Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter in a bowl. Press into a greased springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar. Mix in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time on low speed until incorporated.
- Assemble Cheesecake: Pour filling over cooled crust. Drop raspberry sauce on top and swirl with a knife.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for 55-65 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let cool inside for about an hour.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg