Description

Delicious Vanilla Berry Cheesecake is ultra-creamy with rich vanilla flavor and a vibrant berry topping. A buttery cookie crust supports a smooth cheesecake base, finished with sweet-tart berries for a perfectly balanced, show-stopping dessert.

Ingredients

For the crust:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup melted butter

2 tbsp sugar

For the vanilla cheesecake filling:

24 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

1 tbsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp lemon juice

For the berry topping:

2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

1/3 cup sugar

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a springform pan and wrap the outside with foil.

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press firmly into the pan.

3. Bake crust for 10 minutes, then cool slightly.

4. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.

5. Add eggs one at a time on low speed.

6. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.

7. Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.

8. Place pan in a water bath and bake for 65–75 minutes until center is just set.

9. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cool for 1 hour.

10. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

11. Simmer berries with sugar and lemon juice until bubbly.

12. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened; cool completely.

13. Spoon berry topping over chilled cheesecake before serving.

Notes

• Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.

• Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks.

• Best sliced when fully chilled.