Description
A delightful twist on classic cheesecake combining tart cranberries and citrusy orange for a stunning dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Zest of one orange
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in sour cream, cranberries, orange juice, and zest until combined.
- Pour mixture over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes, until set.
- Cool at room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
For a creamy texture, consider using a water bath method while baking. Enjoy chilled with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg