Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (5ml) lemon zest
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh raspberries or blueberries
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5ml) lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 9x9 inch pan using the bottom of a measuring cup until flat and compacted. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes to flash-set.
  2. Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth and free of lumps.
  3. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until uniform and airy.
  5. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Simmer berries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a small saucepan for 5 minutes until the berries burst and the liquid thickens into a syrupy glaze.
  7. Allow the berry glaze to cool completely, then spoon it over the cheesecake layer. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.