Fourth of July Cheesecake
The Fourth of July Cheesecake is a classic American dessert often enjoyed during Independence Day celebrations. It combines the rich and creamy texture of cheesecake with the vibrant colors of fresh berries, making it a festive and delicious treat for the holiday.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 package Cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly browned.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top the cheesecake with blueberries and sliced strawberries.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28g44%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.