- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Crunchy and sweetly sweetened red fruit cheesecake, perfect for impressing your guests with its intense flavor and unique texture.”
What you need to know
['- Crispy base made of maizena biscuits and butter', '- Creamy and smooth filling with cream cheese and vanilla', '- Sweet red fruit topping', '- Takes about 1 hour to prepare and about 4 hours for refrigeration', '- Oven at 180°C to bake the cheesecake']
Ingredients
Main
- Dough: 200g of cornstarch cookies, 100g of melted butter.
- Filling: 500g of cream cheese, 200g of sugar, 3 eggs, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
- Topping: 300g of red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, or blackberry), 50g of sugar.
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, crush the maisena biscuits and mix with the melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat the cream cheese with the sugar until smooth.
- Adicione os ovos, um a um, batendo bem após cada adição.
- Incorporate the vanilla essence into the mixture and pour over the cookie base.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the center is firm.
- While the cheesecake cools, make the topping: in a saucepan, mix the berries with the sugar and cook for 5 minutes.
- Let the topping cool before spreading it over the cheesecake.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Chef's tips
['- Use a springform pan to facilitate removing the cheesecake', '- Bake the cheesecake until the center is firm but still a little soft', '- Let the cheesecake cool completely before adding the topping']
Variations
['- Include chopped walnuts in the topping for a crunchy touch', '- Add a layer of whipped cream to the topping for a creamy touch', '- Use different combinations of red fruits to vary the flavor']
Substitutions
['- Cornstarch cookies can be replaced by chocolate cookies', '- Red fruits can be replaced by wild strawberries', '- Sugar can be reduced if you prefer a less sweet cheesecake']
How to store
Leave the cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It's best served the day after preparation.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze cheesecake, as the texture may change when thawing.
What to serve with
Serve with fresh whipped cream and a slice of caramelized apple to complement the flavor.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I let the cheesecake bake?
Bake the cheesecake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is firm.
What is the best way to serve the cheesecake?
Serve the cheesecake in thin slices, accompanied by fresh whipped cream and caramelized apple.
Can you freeze cheesecake?
It is not recommended to freeze cheesecake, as the texture may change when thawing.
Is it necessary to bring the topping to a boil?
Yes, simmer the berries with sugar for 5 minutes before using as a topping.
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