Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake
If you’re searching for a dessert that captures the essence of summer, look no further than our Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake. This delightful treat features a creamy filling infused with fresh peaches and berries, creating a refreshing experience perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, enjoying a picnic, or simply indulging at home, this cheesecake is sure to impress. Easy to prepare yet elegant enough for special events, your loved ones will rave about this delicious dessert!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into a springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sour cream and sugar. Mix in eggs one at a time with lemon juice until combined.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 45–50 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool in the oven with the door ajar.
- Chill in the fridge for at least four hours or overnight.
- For topping, cook mixed berries and peaches with honey until juices release; stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken.
- Once cooled, spoon topping over cheesecake and chill briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 108g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 235mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg