Description
A delightful and creamy Pink Velvet Raspberry Cheesecake that combines the richness of cream cheese with the tartness of raspberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup raspberry puree (fresh or frozen raspberries blended and strained)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 1 cup of sugar and continue to beat until well combined. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the sour cream, raspberry puree, lemon juice, and red food coloring if using. Mix until the batter is smooth and evenly colored.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the oven door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- After cooling, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh raspberries or whipped cream.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
- For a chocolate twist, add ½ cup of melted chocolate to the batter before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 6g