Fresh Cream Cheesecake with Summer Berries

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Prep Time:
15 min
Level:
Intermediate
Yield:
8 servings

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: 4 hr 0 min
Cook: --
Total:: 4 hr 15 min

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Ingredients

Cheesecake:

1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
Zest of 1 lime (about 1 teaspoon)
Juice of 2 limes (about 1/3 cup),
1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups heavy cream

Berries:

2 cups fresh blueberries
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup halved or sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 lime

Directions

For the cheesecake: Line a medium (about 8-inches wide) sieve, fine strainer or colander with a double layer of damp cheesecloth and set over a bowl.

Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl with a hand-held mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add the sugar, lime zest and juice, and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy, scraping the sides of the bowl and beaters as needed.

In another bowl, beat the cream just until it holds a stiff peak. Stir about 1/3 of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to lighten the cream cheese. Gradually fold in the remaining whipped cream to make a light mousse. Transfer mixture into the lined sieve and fold the cheesecloth over top and press gently. Cover and refrigerate to drain for at least 4 hours or up to 3 days.

Just before serving, prepare the berries: Cook about half of the blueberries in a small skillet with the water and sugar, over medium heat until the berries get juicy, about 8 minutes. Toss all the berries together in a large bowl, along with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Unwrap the cheesecake and invert onto a platter. (Discard the cheesecloth.) Use a large ladle or spoon to press a well in the center of the cake. Spoon the berries into the well and drizzle the juices over the top or serve on the side. Serve a scoop of summer cheesecake with some of the fresh berries.

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recipe Fresh Cream Cheesecake with Summer Berries
JACQUELINE Buffalo, NY 06-06-2009
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Decadent!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Obviously this is for those who are into portion control.........so rich that a small amount goes a LONG way! Very good as... well as impressive for an easy to create, everyone will love dessert. Nice for summer with the fresh berries as well. I agree, however, it should not be called Cheesecake....... this is much more like a classic Coeur ala creme. Read more
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Cheryl Palmdale, CA 05-21-2009
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Bets cheezcaek EVAR!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this for my momma on her birthday last year and now she wants it every special occasion :P Use a little less cream... and a little more cream cheese and sugar and you'll get a totally different texture but it's cheesier and sooo good! A little more lime zest gives it even more zing! I'd suggets making it to the recipe first though - it's wonderful as is, and you'll be able to gauge how much cheesier or whippier you want it! You can play with the berries too - all sorts of fruit will work great with this cheesecake! Easy and fun too! My fave dessert!Read more
recipe Fresh Cream Cheesecake with Summer Berries
Anonymous 08-15-2008
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A hit!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this last night for a 10 person dinner party. It was definitely a hit. It was light and fluffy and I think almost... everyone went back for seconds. I made it the night before and let it sit in the fridge about 24 hours. It was a great dish for entertaining because there was very little work I had to do to serve it. I just warmed up the berries, scooped the cheesecake out of the cheesecloth into little bowls, and topped with the warm berries. I highly recommend it and the recipe needed no tweaks.Read more
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darrin verona, NJ 08-12-2008
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A Real Winner!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Made this last weekend as dessert for a backyard BBQ - everyone loved it! Got several requests for the recipe and compliments... on the presentation (on cake stand). Preparation was easy and nice not to need oven on hot August day. I may try making in future with coffee flavoring or caramel sauce on top when berries are out of season.Read more
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Patrice Pittsford, NY 07-23-2008
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An Outstanding Summer Dessert!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Although this is not a cheesecake in the traditional sense, it is light, fluffy, delicious and beautiful. The lime adds a... nice touch. I made this for the first time and served for friends after a hearty lunch. They loved it! Next time,I will probably prepare more of the berry topping and might consider omitting the strawberries and using more of the other berries in their place.Read more
recipe Fresh Cream Cheesecake with Summer Berries
Ashley Chandler, AZ 07-14-2008
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Great Unique Dessert
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This dessert was a great for a party, because it had a great visual presentation and was very unique!