Description

If you’re looking for the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty in one dessert, this Raspberry Almond Cheesecake hits the mark. It’s a creamy, velvety cheesecake layered over a buttery almond-cookie crust, swirled with raspberry puree and topped with fresh berries. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a crowd-pleasing sweet treat, this is your go-to easy recipe. Ideal for special occasions, quick dessert ideas, or weekend indulgence. It’s one of those elegant yet achievable food ideas that everyone loves — great for breakfast ideas, healthy-ish snacks, or decadent dinner ideas.

Ingredients

1 cup almonds

1 cup graham crackers or almond cookies, crushed

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

24 ounces cream cheese, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup sour cream

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 cup raspberry preserves or puree

1 cup fresh raspberries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the bottom with foil to prevent leaks.

2. In a food processor, pulse the almonds and cookies until finely ground. Mix with melted butter. Press firmly into the base of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.

3. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, almond extract, and then eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.

4. Pour the filling over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of raspberry preserves on top and swirl gently using a knife. Add a few fresh raspberries on top.

5. Bake in a water bath at 325°F for 55–65 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool for 1 hour inside.

6. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

7. Before serving, top with fresh raspberries and an optional drizzle of raspberry sauce.

Notes

For a stronger almond flavor, toast the almonds lightly before blending into the crust.

Always bring your cream cheese to room temperature for the smoothest filling.

To prevent cracking, avoid overmixing and use a water bath during baking.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 410
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 105mg

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