Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our creamy cheesecake adorned with a vibrant cranberry compote. This classic dessert is elevated to new heights with its velvety smooth texture, tangy-sweet cranberry topping, and a graham cracker crust that provides the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness. Alongside the main cheesecake recipe, we also present two additional variations: a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions and a no-bake version for those who prefer a simpler preparation. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your cheesecake turns out perfectly every time. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will help you create a stunning and delicious cheesecake that will impress your family and friends.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
FESTIVE CRANBERRY-TOPPED CHEESECAKE
When my daughter was 4 months old, my husband and I hosted both our families for Christmas dinner. I served this cheesecake for dessert. It's quite festive and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. -Stacy Dutka, Bienfait, Saskatchewan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 6-8 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the orange juice and zest, vanilla and cinnamon. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour filling over crust. , Return pan to baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Combine cornstarch and orange juice until smooth; stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Stir in pecans. Spoon over cheesecake. Refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Fat 33g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 299mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CREAMY CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE
This creamy cheesecake is perfect for holiday desserts. The colorful topping is so good that I prepare it separately and use it as a cranberry side dish at Thanksgiving. -Mary Simonson, Kelso, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h35m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the cracker crumbs, 1 tablespoon sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and remaining sugar until smooth. Add egg whites; beat on low just until combined. Stir in lemon juice and extracts. Pour into crust. , Place pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. Place in a larger baking pan. Add 1 in. hot water to larger pan. , Bake for 55-60 minutes or until center is just set. Remove pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Remove foil. Chill overnight. , In a small saucepan, combine the first five topping ingredients; bring to a boil. Add cranberries. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 10 minutes. Stir in pecans; cool. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. , Spoon topping over cheesecake to within 1 in. of edges. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CHEESECAKE WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE AND SUGARED CRANBERRIES
Cranberries and orange are a natural pairing, and I wanted to combine them in a cheesecake fit for the Thanksgiving table. The cranberry glaze is a really beautiful color, and the sugared cranberries are the perfect topping. Most of the work is done the night before, so it's not even that hard to make.
Provided by LauraF
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Orange Dessert Recipes
Time 9h50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper.
- Crush biscuits into crumbs using a food processor. Stir crumbs, butter, confectioners' sugar, and salt together to make the crust. Press into the bottom of the pan. Rinse food processor and set aside for the cranberry glaze.
- Bake crust in the preheated oven until firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the crust from the oven and reduce the temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Let crust cool while making the filling.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add eggs, sour cream, vanilla, and orange zest. Mix until well combined, stopping to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl. Spoon batter over the crust.
- Bake until the filling is set but still soft in the center, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool cheesecake to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
- While the cheesecake is cooling, combine 1/3 cup sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a bowl and cool for 10 minutes. Add cranberries and stir to coat with syrup.
- Refrigerate cheesecake and syrup-coated cranberries, 8 hours to overnight.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a shallow bowl. Drain the cranberries, then roll them in the sugar. Place the sugared cranberries on the prepared baking sheet and allow to dry, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- In the meantime, make the glaze. Combine cranberries, water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Simmer, crushing cranberries, until jammy, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer to the food processor; add confectioners' sugar, orange juice, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt. Process until smooth.
- Strain cranberry glaze through a fine-mesh sieve and discard solids. Pour over the cheesecake and smooth across the top with a small offset spatula. Garnish with sugared cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 122.9 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 368.9 mg, Sugar 40.2 g
WHITE CHOCOLATE ORANGE CHEESECAKE WITH CRANBERRY COMPOTE
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h34m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Use a food processor or by hand, mix the flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add the butter pieces and mix until it resembles small pea size pieces. Add the yolk, vanilla, and zest, and mix until it forms a ball. Add the water to help dough come together. Form the dough into a disk and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Press the dough into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and set aside. For the filling, use a mixer with a paddle attachment. Cream the cheese with the sugar on low speed. Add the eggs 1 at a time until smooth making sure to scrape the sides of the bowl. Add the vanilla and orange zest. Slowly pour in the melted white chocolate and mix until well combined. Pour the mixture into the springform pan. Wrap aluminum foil around the base of pan and up side to protect from water bath. Place pan on sheet pan or pan with high sides and fill with 1/3 water. Bake cheesecake for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove cake from oven and allow to cool for 4 hours before serving.
- To make the compote, place the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and zest in a saucepan and stir over low heat. Simmer until cranberries soften or pop. Cool mixture and add the orange segments.
- Serve cheesecake with compote and orange segments.
CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE
Every year when the cranberries are harvested, my family looks forward to eating this cheesecake. -Nairda Monroe, Webberville, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Wrap foil securely around pan. Place on a baking sheet. , In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 6 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar and water. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until berries pop, about 12-15 minutes. Add lemon juice. Press cranberry mixture through a food mill into a small bowl; discard pulp and seeds. Set aside. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into crust. Spoon 1/4 cup topping over filling; cut through filling with a knife to swirl. Place springform pan in a larger pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. , Bake 55-65 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Pour remaining topping over cheesecake. Refrigerate cheesecake overnight, covering when completely cooled. Remove rim from pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 35g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 174mg cholesterol, Sodium 423mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CREAMY CHEESECAKE
This cheesecake is creamier than most cheesecakes, and very easy to make. Use grated lemon zest or 1 teaspoon lemon extract for flavoring.
Provided by Karin Christian
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat softened cream cheese slightly. Add eggs, sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy. Pour mixture into crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) until firm, about 25 minutes. Let cheesecake cool then top with cherry or blueberry pie filling, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 223.5 mg, Sugar 19.4 g
CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY COMPOTE
Categories Sauce Fruit Dessert Thanksgiving Vegetarian Cranberry Raspberry Spice Fall Chill Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except vanilla in heavy medium saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until cranberries burst and mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool slightly. Stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 6 hours. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
CRANBERRY SWIRL CHEESECAKE WITH CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY COMPOTE
Categories Cake Food Processor Mixer Fruit Dessert Bake Thanksgiving Cream Cheese Cranberry Orange Fall Chill Sour Cream Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 12
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Make cranberry purée:
- Combine all ingredients except vanilla in heavy large saucepan. Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer to processor. Add vanilla. Puree until smooth. Strain into medium bowl. Cover with plastic. Refrigerate at least 6 hours.
- Make crust:
- Spray 10-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides with nonstick spray. Wrap outside of pan with 2 layers of heavy-duty foil. Blend cookies, sugar and cinnamon in processor. Add butter; blend until moist clumps form. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and up sides of pan. Chill crust while preparing filling.
- Make filling:
- Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese in large bowl until fluffy. Beat in sugar. Beat in eggs 1 at a time. Mix in sour cream, whipping cream and vanilla.
- Transfer 1/3 of filling to prepared crust. Dollop 1/3 of cranberry puree atop filling. Repeat layering of filling and puree 2 more times. Using knife, swirl puree through filling, creating marbled design.
- Place springform pan in large roasting pan. Pour enough boiling water into roasting pan to come halfway up sides of springform pan. Bake until cheesecake puffs around edges, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Turn off oven. Let cake stand in oven 1 hour, leaving oven door ajar.
- Transfer cake to rack. Run knife around pan sides to loosen cake. Cool completely. Remove foil from pan sides. Cover cake and chill overnight. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- Remove pan sides. Serve cake with Cranberry-Raspberry Compote.
Tips:
- Use high-quality cream cheese that is at room temperature. This will ensure a smooth and creamy cheesecake.
- Make sure to beat the cream cheese and sugar together until they are light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the cheesecake, making it light and airy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from curdling.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into a springform pan that has been greased and floured. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from sticking to the pan.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help to create a moist and creamy cheesecake.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from falling apart.
Conclusion:
This creamy cheesecake with cranberry compote is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is rich and decadent, with a smooth and creamy texture. The cranberry compote adds a tart and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the cheesecake. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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