Cheesecake Recipe: This Will Be Your New Favourite 💛
When it comes to cheesecake, I believe simplicity is key. You don’t need fancy ingredients or complicated steps—just good-quality basics and a little patience. This recipe features a buttery biscuit base and a smooth, creamy filling with a tangy twist of lemon. The zesty flavour cuts through the richness, making each bite perfectly balanced. 😍
What I love most about this cheesecake is how versatile it is. You can keep it classic with just the lemon flavour, or dress it up with fresh berries, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or even a dollop of whipped cream. 🍓 It’s perfect for impressing your friends and family, yet simple enough that even beginner bakers can pull it off!
Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Cheesecake 👩🍳
- Choose the right biscuits: For the base, I like to use Arnott’s Marie biscuits or Digestives for their perfect combination of crunch and slight sweetness. They create a lovely contrast to the creamy filling. If you’re after something a bit richer, feel free to swap in chocolate biscuits for a decadent twist! 🍫
Room temperature ingredients are a must: This might be the most important tip I can give you! Make sure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature before you start mixing. Cold ingredients will make your filling lumpy instead of smooth and creamy. No one wants a lumpy cheesecake! 🤯
Don’t overbeat the filling: Once you add the eggs, blend until just combined. Overbeating can add too much air, which can cause your cheesecake to crack as it bakes. And while cracks don’t affect the taste (trust me, it’ll still be delicious!), we all love a beautifully smooth top, right? 😏
Baking with love (and a water bath): To avoid over-browning or cracking, some bakers recommend placing a water bath in the oven while baking. Simply put a shallow tray of water on the bottom rack—it creates a steamy environment, keeping the cheesecake moist and helping it bake evenly. 🌊
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
When it’s time to serve this beauty, make sure it’s fully chilled—at least a few hours in the fridge will do the trick. I like to serve my cheesecake with fresh seasonal fruit on top. In Australia, we’re blessed with amazing berries, mangoes, and passionfruit, so use whatever is fresh!
You can also take it up a notch with a drizzle of salted caramel, a dusting of icing sugar, or even some whipped cream on the side. If you’re feeling extra indulgent, why not pair it with a glass of dessert wine or a good coffee? ☕ Cheesecake is one of those desserts that can be rich and comforting, so a good pairing can elevate the experience even more.
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Once you’ve mastered this, why not explore other delicious recipes that will have your taste buds dancing? Check out these:
Each of these recipes is perfect for any celebration or gathering, or even just as a treat for yourself when you feel like something a little special. After all, you deserve it! 😉
Time to Share Your Creations! 📸
I can’t wait to see your amazing cheesecake creations! Whether you serve it plain, with fresh fruit, or a decadent drizzle of caramel, be sure to snap a pic and share it with me on Instagram @steph_cooks_stuff. Let’s inspire each other to keep baking and creating delicious things! ✨
There you have it—an easy, creamy cheesecake that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s your first time making cheesecake or you’re a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to be a hit. The key is in the balance of flavours—the richness of the cream cheese paired with the tangy lemon creates a dessert that’s both indulgent and refreshing. Plus, with these tips and tricks, you’re guaranteed cheesecake success every time. Happy baking! 😘
Cheesecake
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
This Cheesecake Will Wow Your Friends
Who doesn’t love a creamy, zesty cheesecake? 🍋 I’ve got you covered with this easy-to-make cheesecake recipe that’ll impress everyone with minimal effort! Get ready to whip up something delicious and decadent with simple ingredients. Let’s get baking! 🎂
Ingredients
**Filling**
Instructions
- Blitz your biscuits until they look like sand (super satisfying, trust me!). 🏖️
- Mix them with the melted butter and cinnamon, then press this into your lined cake tin.
- Pop it in the fridge while we work on the filling. ❄️
- Blend together the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice until it’s smooth and creamy.
- Pour this creamy goodness over the biscuit base.
- Bake in the oven at 160°C for one hour, or until it’s perfectly set. ⏲️
- Let it cool before serving, and voilà! You’ve got a tangy, creamy cheesecake that will have everyone asking for seconds! 🍰
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Frequently Asked Questions
The best way to avoid cracks is to not overbake your cheesecake. It should still have a slight wobble in the centre when you take it out of the oven. Also, baking it in a water bath can help keep the moisture in and prevent cracks.
Absolutely! Cheesecake actually tastes better the next day. You can make it a day ahead and keep it in the fridge. Just make sure it’s fully cooled before covering it to avoid condensation.
Yes! Cheesecake freezes beautifully. Just wrap it tightly in cling wrap and aluminium foil, then pop it in the freezer. It’ll last for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it, let it thaw in the fridge overnight.