Berry Cheesecake

A classic baked cheesecake featuring a digestive biscuit base, creamy lemon filling, and a fresh blueberry and raspberry topping.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 489.5 kcals 4895 kcals
Carbohydrates 31 grams 310.2 grams
Fat 38.2 grams 382 grams
Protein 5.9 grams 58.5 grams
Cook Time
75 mins
Produces
10 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
25
g
Demerara Sugar
For the base
1
tsp
Icing Sugar
For dusting
Dairy
40
g
Butter
For the base
50
g
Butter
Softened, for the filling
450
g
Cream Cheese
Medium fat soft cheese
3
piece
Eggs
Separated into yolks and whites
150
ml
Double Cream
Lightly whipped, for filling
150
ml
Double Cream
Whipped, for topping
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
Juice and finely grated rind
450
g
Mixed Fruits
Blueberries, raspberries, red currants or frozen
GrainsCereals

Steps

  • Grease a 23cm loose-bottomed cake tin and line with parchment paper.
  • Preheat the oven to 160°C.
  • Crush the biscuits and mix with melted butter and demerara sugar.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the base of the tin and leave to set.
  • Beat the butter, sugar, cheese, flour, lemon juice, rind, and egg yolks until smooth.
  • Fold the lightly whipped cream into the cheese mixture.
  • Whisk egg whites until stiff and fold them into the mixture.
  • Pour the mixture over the biscuit base and level the surface.
  • Bake for 60 to 75 minutes until set.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the cake inside for one hour to cool.
  • Loosen the edges with a knife and remove the cake from the tin.
  • Place the cheesecake on a serving plate and remove side paper.
  • Top with whipped cream and mixed fruits, then dust with icing sugar.