Cake
Cheesecake With Cranberry Glaze And Sugared Cranberries
On December 16, 2023 by userHere’s a recipe for a delicious Cheesecake with Cranberry Glaze and Sugared Cranberries:
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
For the Cranberry Glaze:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Sugared Cranberries:
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
For the Cheesecake:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare Crust:
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust.
- Prepare Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Bake:
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
For the Cranberry Glaze:
- Cook Cranberries:
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens (about 15-20 minutes).
- Blend:
- Allow the cranberry mixture to cool slightly, then blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Strain (Optional):
- If you prefer a smoother glaze, strain the mixture to remove any solids.
- Cool:
- Let the cranberry glaze cool completely before spreading it over the chilled cheesecake.
For Sugared Cranberries:
- Prepare Simple Syrup:
- In a saucepan, heat water and sugar until the sugar dissolves, creating a simple syrup.
- Coat Cranberries:
- Place fresh cranberries in a bowl and pour the simple syrup over them, coating them thoroughly.
- Roll in Sugar:
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cranberries to a wire rack to drain.
- Roll the cranberries in granulated sugar until they are well coated.
- Dry:
- Allow the sugared cranberries to dry completely before using them as a garnish for the cheesecake.
Assembly:
- Glaze the Cheesecake:
- Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, spread the cranberry glaze over the top.
- Garnish:
- Decorate the cheesecake with sugared cranberries.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve the cheesecake, and enjoy the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake, tangy cranberry glaze, and sweet sugared cranberries.
This festive cheesecake makes a wonderful dessert for holiday gatherings or any special occasion!