Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake – A Fruity, Creamy Showstopper

This refreshing cheesecake brings together ripe peaches, mixed berries, and a rich cream cheese filling on a buttery graham cracker crust—perfect for summer celebrations or no-fuss entertaining.

🎉 Introduction

Nothing says summer quite like juicy peaches, vibrant berries, and a cool slice of cheesecake. This Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake blends seasonal freshness with classic creamy indulgence. With a crisp graham cracker crust, silky cream cheese center, and bright fruit topping, it’s a showstopper that looks as good as it tastes.

Serve it at summer BBQs, garden parties, or just treat yourself to a chilled slice on a warm day. It’s sunshine in dessert form. ☀️🍰

🧰 Equipment Needed

• 9-inch springform pan
• Electric mixer or hand whisk
• Large mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Food processor or rolling pin (for crust)
• Saucepan (optional, for berry topping)

🛒 Ingredients

🧁 Crust

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup sugar

🍰 Cheesecake Filling

• 24 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

🍑 Fruit Topping

• 2 ripe peaches, sliced thin
• 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Make the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
3. Press into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool while you make the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add sugar and mix until creamy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time.
4. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix until just combined.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

1. Pour filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
2. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the center is just set but still slightly jiggly.
3. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour.
4. Chill in fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 4: Add the Fruit Topping

1. Arrange sliced peaches and berries on top of the cooled cheesecake.
2. Optional: Brush fruit with a warm jam glaze or dust lightly with powdered sugar.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 10–12 slices
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Bake Time: 60 minutes
• Cooling + Chill Time: 5 hours minimum
• Total Time: ~6 hours (including chill)

🥄 Variations

• Berry Swirl Version: Puree berries and swirl into the cheesecake batter before baking
• No-Bake Option: Use gelatin in the filling and skip baking altogether
• Crust Twist: Use shortbread or vanilla wafers instead of graham crackers
• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 5 days
• Freezer: Freeze cheesecake (without fruit) for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in fridge
• Serving Tip: Add fruit topping just before serving to keep it fresh

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use frozen berries?
   Yes—just thaw and drain well before adding.
2. Do I need a water bath for baking?
   Not required, but it helps prevent cracking.
3. Can I make this crustless?
   Yes—just line the bottom with parchment or bake without a crust.
4. What if I don’t have sour cream?
   Use Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.
5. Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
   Yes, but the texture may be softer.
6. Is it sweet enough with just one cup of sugar?
   Yes—it balances the tart fruit and rich filling.
7. Can I add lemon zest?
   Definitely—it adds brightness.
8. What’s the best way to cut clean slices?
   Use a hot knife, wiping between each cut.
9. Can I use canned peaches?
   Yes, but drain well and pat dry.
10. Should I serve this chilled?
    Absolutely—this cheesecake is best served cold.

🏁 Conclusion

This Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake is a cool, creamy, fruit-filled dessert that celebrates everything delicious about the season. With its buttery crust, luxurious filling, and juicy fruit topping, it’s a must-make for summer. 🍑🍓✨

Make it for birthdays, brunches, or lazy weekend treats—it’s sunshine you can slice!

Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake – A Fruity, Creamy Showstopper

Adam

This refreshing cheesecake brings together ripe peaches, mixed berries, and a rich cream cheese filling on a buttery graham cracker crust—perfect for summer celebrations or no-fuss entertaining.🎉 Introduction Nothing says summer quite like juicy peaches, vibrant berries, and a cool slice of cheesecake. This Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake blends seasonal freshness with classic creamy indulgence. With a crisp graham cracker crust, silky cream cheese center, and bright fruit topping, it’s a showstopper that looks as good as it tastes.Serve it at summer BBQs, garden parties, or just treat yourself to a chilled slice on a warm day. It’s sunshine in dessert form. ☀️🍰

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Cooling + Chill Time 5 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Servings 12 slices

Equipment

• 9-inch springform pan
• Electric mixer or hand whisk
• Large mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Food processor or rolling pin (for crust)
• Saucepan (optional, for berry topping)

Ingredients

  

🧁 Crust

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ½ cup unsalted butter melted
• ¼ cup sugar

🍰 Cheesecake Filling

• 24 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

🍑 Fruit Topping

• 2 ripe peaches sliced thin

Instructions

 

Step 1: Make the Crust

• Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
• Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
• Press into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
• Bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool while you make the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

• In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
• Add sugar and mix until creamy.
• Beat in eggs one at a time.
• Add sour cream and vanilla; mix until just combined.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

• Pour filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
• Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the center is just set but still slightly jiggly.
• Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour.
• Chill in fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 4: Add the Fruit Topping

• Arrange sliced peaches and berries on top of the cooled cheesecake.
• Optional: Brush fruit with a warm jam glaze or dust lightly with powdered sugar.

Notes

🥄 Variations
Berry Swirl Version: Puree berries and swirl into the cheesecake batter before baking

No-Bake Option: Use gelatin in the filling and skip baking altogether

Crust Twist: Use shortbread or vanilla wafers instead of graham crackers

Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 5 days

Freezer: Freeze cheesecake (without fruit) for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in fridge

Serving Tip: Add fruit topping just before serving to keep it fresh

❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use frozen berries?
Yes—just thaw and drain well before adding.

Do I need a water bath for baking?
Not required, but it helps prevent cracking.

Can I make this crustless?
Yes—just line the bottom with parchment or bake without a crust.

What if I don’t have sour cream?
Use Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.

Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
Yes, but the texture may be softer.

Is it sweet enough with just one cup of sugar?
Yes—it balances the tart fruit and rich filling.

Can I add lemon zest?
Definitely—it adds brightness.

What’s the best way to cut clean slices?
Use a hot knife, wiping between each cut.

Can I use canned peaches?
Yes, but drain well and pat dry.

Should I serve this chilled?
Absolutely—this cheesecake is best served cold.

🏁 Conclusion
This Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake is a cool, creamy, fruit-filled dessert that celebrates everything delicious about the season. With its buttery crust, luxurious filling, and juicy fruit topping, it’s a must-make for summer. 🍑🍓✨

Make it for birthdays, brunches, or lazy weekend treats—it’s sunshine you can slice!