Dive into the delightful flavors of our Raspberry-Apricot Cheesecake, featuring a rich chocolate crust. This dessert masterfully combines the tanginess of fresh fruit with the creaminess of a classic cheesecake, all complemented by a decadent chocolate base.
Why This Dessert Will Capture Your Heart
This cheesecake is a taste sensation, offering a harmonious blend of sharp raspberries and sweet, juicy apricots atop a sumptuous chocolatey crust. Its creamy filling and the contrasting textures make it an unforgettable treat that's bound to please any palate.
Perfect For Any Occasion
Whether it's a festive celebration, a family gathering, or a simple desire to indulge in something sweet, this cheesecake is perfect. It's especially fitting for summer picnics or spring brunches, where the fresh flavors of raspberry and apricot can truly shine.
Decoration Tips to Impress
Garnish your cheesecake with fresh raspberries and apricot slices for a vibrant, inviting look. A drizzle of melted chocolate or a dusting of powdered sugar can add an extra touch of elegance. For special occasions, edible flowers or mint leaves can provide a beautiful, colorful finish.
Ingredients:
- For the Chocolate Crust:
- 100g butter
- 160g flour
- 25g cocoa powder
- 70g sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- For the Fruit-Cheese Filling:
- 500g quark (20% fat)
- 150g milk
- 2 eggs
- 70g sunflower oil
- 150g sugar
- 30g vanilla sugar
- 45g cornstarch
- 20g lemon juice
- 400g very ripe apricots, quartered
- 150g raspberries
- Prepare the Chocolate Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line the bottom of a 26cm springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
- Combine flour, cocoa, sugar, egg, butter, and baking powder in a bowl. Mix into a dough. Press this dough into the bottom of the springform pan, forming a 3cm edge. Prick the bottom lightly with a fork several times.
- Create the Fruit-Cheese Filling:
- In a large bowl, mix quark, milk, eggs, oil, sugar, vanilla sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gently fold in the apricots and raspberries. Pour the mixture into the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 1 hour at 180°C.
Enjoy this luscious Raspberry-Apricot Cheesecake with its rich chocolate crust, a dessert that promises to be as delightful to make as it is to eat. Perfect for any occasion, it's sure to become a new favorite!