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Citrus Berry Burnt Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes plus overnight chilling
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Western

Description

This Citrus Berry Burnt Cheesecake combines a creamy, tangy custard base with fresh berries and a beautifully caramelized top. The burnt cheesecake is quick to prepare and uses simple ingredients like cream cheese, citrus zest, and fresh raspberries or blackberries. The high-temperature baking creates a signature slightly charred surface while maintaining a luscious, jiggly center. Perfect for a refreshing and elegant dessert that slices into 8 generous pieces.

Ingredients

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Cheesecake Base

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest or orange zest
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Fruit

  • 2 cups fresh raspberries or blackberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a 7-inch springform pan completely with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends above the rim to prevent batter overflow and ease removal.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar for about 4–5 minutes using an electric mixer, until the mixture is very smooth and creamy without lumps.
  3. Add flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract, citrus zest (lemon or orange), and a pinch of salt until the ingredients are evenly blended into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Incorporate heavy cream: Pour the heavy cream into the bowl and mix just until the batter turns smooth and uniform, avoiding overmixing to keep it light.
  5. Add eggs gradually: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to fully incorporate them into the batter and maintain a creamy texture.
  6. Add flour gently: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the batter and gently fold it in just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, which could toughen the cheesecake.
  7. Fold in berries: Carefully fold in the fresh raspberries or blackberries, keeping the berries as intact as possible to prevent them from breaking and bleeding into the batter.
  8. Pour batter into pan: Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared parchment-lined springform pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
  9. Bake the cheesecake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes. The top should become deeply golden brown (burnt), while the center retains a slight jiggle indicating it’s perfectly cooked but still creamy inside.
  10. Cool and chill: Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature to set. Then, refrigerate it overnight to develop flavor and firm up for clean slicing.

Notes

  • Ensure the eggs are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
  • Use fresh berries to maintain texture and flavor; frozen berries can release too much moisture.
  • The burnt top adds a unique caramelized flavor, do not reduce oven temperature.
  • Line the pan generously with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy removal.
  • Allow adequate chilling time to slice cleanly and enhance taste.
  • For a citrus twist, alternate between lemon and orange zest according to preference.

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