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Creamy Berry Peach Cheesecake Delight

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A silky, light cheesecake featuring sweet peaches and refreshing berries, perfect for summer and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 large ripe peaches, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until mixture resembles wet sand. Press evenly into bottom of springform pan. Bake 8-10 minutes and cool completely.
  2. Combine sliced peaches, berries, sugar, and lemon zest in a bowl. Toss gently and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to macerate.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and lemon juice and mix. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold into cream cheese mixture.
  4. Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth top. Spoon macerated fruit evenly over cheesecake surface.
  5. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to set.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling. Stop whipping cream at soft peaks and fold gently. Macerate fruit instead of cooking to preserve freshness. Chill cheesecake at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. For gluten-free, substitute crust with almond flour or gluten-free crumbs. Vegan options include coconut cream and vegan cream cheese.

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