Creamy Cranberry Cheesecake: A Festive Delight

Indulge in the festive flavors of the season with this decadent Cranberry Cheesecake. A buttery graham cracker crust is topped with a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling, swirled with a tangy cranberry topping. This elegant dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

• 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs

For the Cranberry Topping:

• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 1/4 cup cranberry juice
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
   • Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
   • Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pie dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.

2. Create the Filling:

   • Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time.

3. Assemble the Cheesecake:

   • Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust.

4. Make the Cranberry Topping:

   • Combine cranberries, cranberry juice, water, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook until thickened. Let cool slightly.

5. Top and Bake:

   • Spoon the cranberry mixture over the cheesecake, swirling gently.
   • Bake for 40-45 minutes.

6. Chill and Serve:

   • Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve chilled.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use sour cream or Greek yogurt in the filling.
• To prevent the cheesecake from cracking, use room temperature eggs.
• For a more intense cranberry flavor, use fresh cranberries and reduce the cooking time for the topping.

This Cranberry Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that’s perfect for any holiday gathering. Its combination of flavors and textures is sure to impress your guests.

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Ingredients

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For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 large eggs

For the Cranberry Topping:

1 cup fresh cranberries

1/4 cup cranberry juice

1/4 cup water

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

Let’s Make a Cranberry Cheesecake

Prep Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.

Make the Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pie dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.

Cream Cheese Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time.

Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust.

Make the Cranberry Topping: Combine cranberries, cranberry juice, water, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook until thickened. Let cool slightly.

Top and Bake: Spoon the cranberry mixture over the cheesecake, swirling gently. Bake for 40-45 minutes.

Chill and Serve: Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (includes chilling)

Servings: 8-10 slices

• Author: Olivia Chen