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Peach Cheesecake with Graham Crust

Peach Cheesecake with Graham Crust – Pure Summer Bliss

Experience the taste of summer with this Peach Cheesecake featuring a buttery graham crust, no-bake convenience, and vibrant fresh peaches.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Can substitute with digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted.
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese Softened.
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar Can reduce by one-third due to natural sweetness of peaches.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can use almond extract for variation.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Can substitute with lime juice.
  • 1 cups heavy whipping cream Whipped to stiff peaks.
For the Peach Glaze
  • 2-3 pieces fresh peaches Diced.
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar For sweetening the peach topping.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the glaze.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • rubber spatula
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the filling by beating cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and lemon juice.
  3. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Cook diced peaches with sugar and lemon juice until soft. Thicken with cornstarch mixed with water.
  5. Spread cheesecake filling over the crust, then pour the peach topping. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling and allow cheesecake to chill thoroughly before slicing for best results.

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