Description
Cranberry Orange Cheesecake is a vibrant dessert that brilliantly combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the zesty brightness of oranges, all enveloped in a rich and creamy cheesecake filling. This show-stopping cheesecake not only dazzles the eyes with its beautiful red and orange hues but also delights the palate with a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy evenings at home, this cheesecake is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 16 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar; mix well. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar; then mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, orange zest, and cranberries until just combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven with the door ajar for one hour. Refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg