Citrus Cheesecake with Berries

Health score
1%
Citrus Cheesecake with Berries
845 min.
16
512kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Citrus Cheesecake with Berries, a dessert that promises to elevate any gathering or special occasion. This creamy, luscious cheesecake is infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and orange peels, creating a refreshing contrast to the rich cream cheese base. Each slice is a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, making it an irresistible treat for dessert lovers.

What sets this cheesecake apart is not just its vibrant citrus notes but also the beautiful presentation. Topped with a generous layer of freshly whipped cream and garnished with plump, juicy raspberries, it’s a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a dinner party, or simply treating yourself, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

With a preparation time of just under 14 hours, including chilling, this dessert allows you to plan ahead and enjoy the process of creating something truly special. The combination of buttery crust and velvety filling makes every bite a moment of pure bliss. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to whip up a dessert that will be the highlight of any meal!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 40 oz cream cheese softened
  •  egg yolk 
  •  egg yolk 
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • 0.5 cup raspberries fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 1.8 cups sugar 
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to lowest position.
  2. Heat oven to 375F. Lightly grease 10-inch springform pan. In medium bowl, mix all crust ingredients, using hands. Press one-third of mixture evenly on bottom of pan. Press remaining mixture halfway up side of pan.
  3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown.
  4. In large bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 3/4 cups sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, the orange peel, lemon peel and salt with electric mixer on medium speed about 1 minute or until smooth. Beat in eggs, 2 egg yolks and 1/4 cup whipping cream, beating on low speed until well blended.
  5. Pour into baked crust (pan will be full).
  6. Bake 20 minutes.
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 300F.
  8. Bake about 35 minutes longer or until center is set. (Do not insert a knife because the hole could cause cheesecake to crack.) Turn off oven and leave cheesecake in oven 15 minutes. Cool in pan on cooling rack 15 minutes.
  9. Run knife around side of pan to loosen cheesecake. Refrigerate uncovered about 3 hours or until chilled; cover and continue refrigerating at least 9 hours but no longer than 48 hours.
  10. Run knife around side of pan to loosen cheesecake; carefully remove side of pan. In chilled small bowl, beat 3/4 cup whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until stiff.
  11. Spread whipped cream over top of cheesecake.
  12. Garnish with raspberries. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories512kcal
Protein6.23%
Fat65.29%
Carbs28.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.45
Glycemic Load
23.65
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
7.7926086653834%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.72mg
Petunidin
0.01mg
Delphinidin
0.05mg
Pelargonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.13mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:512.46kcal
25.62%
Fat:37.86g
58.25%
Saturated Fat:19.69g
123.06%
Carbohydrates:37.15g
12.38%
Net Carbohydrates:36.58g
13.3%
Sugar:28.33g
31.47%
Cholesterol:175.99mg
58.66%
Sodium:351.44mg
15.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.12g
16.25%
Vitamin A:1550.16IU
31%
Selenium:15.94µg
22.77%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.21%
Phosphorus:137.65mg
13.76%
Calcium:96.45mg
9.64%
Folate:36.25µg
9.06%
Vitamin E:1.24mg
8.25%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.15%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.04%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.25%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.14%
Iron:0.9mg
4.99%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.87%
Vitamin D:0.7µg
4.63%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.41%
Potassium:150.75mg
4.31%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.29%
Magnesium:12.44mg
3.11%
Vitamin C:2.08mg
2.52%
Copper:0.05mg
2.3%
Fiber:0.57g
2.29%
Vitamin K:2.35µg
2.24%