Mulberry & Earl Grey Cheesecake
A delightful cheesecake that combines the rich creaminess of classic cheesecake with the sophisticated flavors of Earl Grey tea and fresh mulberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups digestive biscuits, crushed I prefer using McVitie's or a store-brand version.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Make sure it’s melted but not boiling.
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened Use full-fat cream cheese for texture.
- 1 cups powdered sugar Sweetness is a must!
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth to the cake.
- 2 large eggs Add them one at a time.
- 1 cups heavy cream Adds richness to the cheesecake.
- 2 tablespoons Earl Grey tea leaves (or 2 teabags) Use a high-quality tea for best results.
For the Mulberry Topping
- 1 cups fresh mulberries Bursting with flavor and perfect for topping!
- 0.25 cups sugar For the mulberry topping.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens up the topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix the crushed digestive biscuits with the melted butter in a medium bowl.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust, then bake for about 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time on low speed.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, mixing steadily.
- In a separate bowl, steep the Earl Grey tea leaves in a little warm water for about 5 minutes. Strain and add it to the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the hardened crust and smooth it out.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Creating the Topping
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh mulberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the mixture thickens.
- Once cooled, pour the topping over the chilled cheesecake.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. You can swap out digestive biscuits for graham crackers or use other berries if mulberries are not available.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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