New Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping – Luscious & Sweet

Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping

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Introduction

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with this delightful Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping! This cake combines a rich, creamy cheesecake with tart cherries and a crispy crumble topping. It’s a dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends!

Why Make This Recipe

This cheesecake is not only delicious, but it’s also perfect for any occasion! Whether it’s a family gathering, a weekend treat, or a special celebration, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, it’s simple enough to make that you won’t feel overwhelmed in the kitchen.

How to Make Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping

Ingredients:

• 200 g cold butter
• 150 g sugar
• 1 pinch of salt
• 380 g all-purpose flour
• 2 g baking powder
• 1 egg
• 1 jar of sour cherries (about 350 g drained weight)
• 40 g cornstarch
• 20-30 g sugar (to taste)
• 50 g soft butter
• 100 g sugar
• 1 packet of vanilla sugar (about 8 g)
• 3 eggs
• 500 g low-fat quark
• 100 g sour cream
• 1 packet of vanilla pudding powder (for cooking, about 37 g)

Directions:

1. Prepare the Cherry Compote: Drain the sour cherries. Mix 3 tablespoons of cherry juice with cornstarch until smooth. Heat the remaining juice with sugar, add the mixed cornstarch, and bring to a boil until it thickens. Fold in the cherries and let it cool.

2. Make the Dough and Crumble: Cut the cold butter into pieces. Mix it with sugar, salt, flour, baking powder, and the egg until you have a crumbly dough. Set aside 1/3 of the dough for the crumble. Press the remaining dough into a lined baking dish (20 × 26 cm) and chill for about 15 minutes.

3. Prepare the Quark Cream: Cream together the soft butter, sugar, and vanilla sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well in between. Incorporate the quark, sour cream, and pudding powder until smooth.

4. Assemble the Cake: Preheat your oven to 180 °C (356 °F). Spread the cherry compote over the base of the dough, pour the quark cream on top, and smooth it out. Evenly sprinkle the reserved crumble on top.

5. Bake: Bake the cake for about 50 minutes until the surface is golden. Allow it to cool completely in the dish.

6. Serve: Once cooled, you can dust it with powdered sugar. Cut it into pieces and enjoy!

How to Serve Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping

This cheesecake is best enjoyed chilled. Serve it as a dessert after dinner or at a brunch with family. Pair it with coffee or tea for a wonderful treat!

How to Store Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. Keep it covered to maintain freshness. It’s good for up to 3-4 days, but we doubt it will last that long!

Tips to Make Cherry Cheesecake with Crumble Topping

• Make sure the butter is cold for the crumble. This helps achieve that perfect crunchy texture.
• Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving to help the flavors set.
• Feel free to add extra cherries on top for a more fruity flavor!

Variation

You can substitute the sour cherries with fresh or frozen blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries.

FAQs

1. Can I use regular cream cheese instead of quark?
   Yes, you can substitute quark with cream cheese, but the taste may change slightly.

2. Can I freeze this cheesecake?
   Yes, you can freeze it! Just wrap it tightly and store it in the freezer for up to a month.

3. What can I use if I can’t find vanilla pudding powder?
   You can use a similar amount of cornstarch mixed with a bit of sugar and vanilla extract as a replacement.

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