Luxurious Pink Velvet Raspberry Cheesecake (Printable Format)
Silky pink cheesecake, raspberry puree, buttery crust, with lush glaze and fresh berries for an elegant treat.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 -
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Cheesecake Filling
04 -
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 -
3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup raspberry puree, strained
08 -
1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pink food coloring, a few drops (optional)
→ Raspberry Glaze
12 -
1/2 cup raspberry puree, strained
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons water
→ Garnish
16 -
1 cup whipped cream
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Fresh raspberries
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until evenly moistened.
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Press crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
04 -
Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (163°C).
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Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until perfectly smooth.
06 -
Incorporate granulated sugar, raspberry puree, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and heavy cream until mixture is well combined.
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Mix in eggs one at a time, blending gently to avoid adding excess air.
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Stir in pink food coloring if enhanced color is desired.
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Pour the batter over the cooled crust and evenly smooth the surface.
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Wrap the springform pan in foil, place in a larger pan with hot water, and bake 55-65 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
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Turn off oven and cool cheesecake inside with oven door slightly open for 1 hour.
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In a small saucepan, combine raspberry puree, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water. Heat over medium, stirring until thickened. Let glaze cool slightly.
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Pour cooled raspberry glaze over cheesecake.
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Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set fully.
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Decorate with whipped cream and fresh raspberries before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
01 -
Allowing the cheesecake to chill overnight yields a smoother texture and cleaner slices.