Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven and prepare a springform pan.
- Combine crust ingredients and press firmly into the pan.
- Bake the crust until lightly golden, then cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until the batter becomes silky.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake until slightly set in the center.
- Cool, chill thoroughly, then top with mixed berries before serving.
Notes
For a softer crust, reduce baking time slightly. For a crispier texture, bake a few extra minutes. Freeze the cheesecake without topping for up to two months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Add berries after thawing for best appearance. Customize flavors with blackberries, cherries, citrus zest, or berry sauce. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days.