Festive Cranberry-Topped Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Festive Cranberry-Topped Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups crushed shortbread cookies; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped; 1-1/4 cups sugar; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Servings: persons

2 cups crushed shortbread cookies
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

1
In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a
2
. Bake at 325u00b0 for 6-8 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack.
3
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the orange juice and zest, vanilla and cinnamon. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour filling over crust.
4
Return pan to
5
. Bake at 325u00b0 for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.
6
In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Combine cornstarch and orange juice until smooth; stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
7
Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Stir in pecans. Spoon over cheesecake. Refrigerate until chilled.

1137

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups crushed shortbread cookies, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/4 cup butter, melted, 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Festive Cranberry-Topped Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Festive Cranberry-Topped Cheesecake

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions