Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake with Berry Puree Recipe

Name: Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake with Berry Puree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lemons; 10 oz (300g) cottage cheese; 10 oz (300g) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3 tbsp cornstarch; 4 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 1/2 tbsp poppy seeds; Confectioners sugar, for dusting; Strawberries and raspberries, for garnish; 8 oz (250g) hulled and sliced strawberries; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 9-inch (23cm) springform pan

Servings: persons

2 lemons
10 oz (300g) cottage cheese
10 oz (300g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tbsp cornstarch
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 tbsp poppy seeds
Confectioners sugar, for dusting
Strawberries and raspberries, for garnish
8 oz (250g) hulled and sliced strawberries
1/3 cup granulated sugar
9-inch (23cm) springform pan

1
Preheat the oven to 300F (150C).
2
Butter a 9in (23cm) springform pan.
3
Grate the zest from the lemons and squeeze 4 tbsp lemon juice.
4
Process the cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, cornstarch, and 3 tbsp lemon juice in a food processor until smooth.
5
Add the eggs and process to combine.
6
Stir in the poppy seeds and transfer to the pan.
7
Bake for 1 1/2 hours, or until the sides of the cheesecake are beginning to brown.
8
To make the berry sauce, puree the berries, sugar, and remaining 1 tbsp lemon juice in a food processor.
9
Cover and refrigerate.
10
Transfer the cheesecake to a wire cake pan.
11
Run a knife around the inside of the pan.
12
Cool completely in the pan.
13
Cover and refrigerate at least 5 hours, until chilled.
14
Remove the sides of the pan, slice, and serve, with the berry puree.

1120

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Carbs

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lemons, 10 oz (300g) cottage cheese, 10 oz (300g) cream cheese, softened, 1 cup sour cream, and more.

Yes, Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake with Berry Puree 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.

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake with Berry Puree

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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