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Cranberry Cheesecake

Cranberry Cheesecake: A Festive Treat for Your Holiday Table

This Cranberry Cheesecake is a delightful blend of creamy richness and tart brightness, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker or Shortbread Cookie Crumbs Can use gluten-free cookie crumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (Melted) Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free option.
For the Cranberry Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Fresh cranberries are recommended for best flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Granulated, brown, or coconut sugar can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese (Softened) Full-fat is best.
  • 3 large Eggs (Lightly Beaten) Flax eggs can be used for a vegan alternative.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and wrap a 9-inch springform pan with double layers of heavy-duty foil.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl and press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan. Bake for about 6 minutes until lightly golden and let it cool.
  3. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Cook on medium heat for 12-15 minutes until cranberries burst. Stir in lemon juice and strain, then set aside to cool.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and a splash of lemon juice until smooth. Gradually add in lightly beaten eggs until just combined.
  5. Pour cheesecake filling into the cooled crust and swirl in some cranberry topping for a marbled effect.
  6. Place the springform pan into a larger baking pan and pour hot water into the outer pan halfway up the sides of the cheesecake pan.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes until the center is just set. Leave in the oven for about 15 minutes to cool gradually.
  8. Cool on a wire rack to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate overnight.
  9. Remove from the springform pan, top with remaining cranberry sauce, slice, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Top with whipped cream and extra cranberry topping for an elegant presentation.

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