Description
A delightful dessert that combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the vibrant flavors of cranberry and orange, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is almost set. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Let it cool.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, spread the cranberry topping over the cheesecake.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother batter. Makes for a great make-ahead dessert. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, cranberry, orange, holiday dessert