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Cranberry Orange Cheesecake

Cranberry Orange Cheesecake

Indulge in a Cranberry Orange Cheesecake that's perfect for holiday gatherings, combining sweet and tangy flavors with a creamy texture.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar
Filling
  • 16 oz Cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup Sour cream
  • 3 large Large eggs
  • 1 cup Fresh cranberries divided
  • 2 tablespoon Zest and juice of oranges

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab a mixing bowl and combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until everything is well blended and forms a soft mixture.
  2. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan, ensuring it's an even layer. Bake for 8 minutes until golden brown, then remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. Add in sour cream, orange zest, and juice, mixing well.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just blended.
  5. Fold in half of the fresh cranberries into the filling mixture. Pour the creamy batter over the cooled crust. Scatter the remaining cranberries on top.
  6. Bake for about an hour until the edges are set, but the center remains slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for one hour.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Garnish with additional orange zest or a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.

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