Fruit Salad Cheesecake

Fruit Salad Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients:

Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling:

• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream

Fruit Topping:

• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup mandarin oranges
• 1/4 cup apricot preserves or fruit glaze

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
   3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
   4. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
   1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
   2. Add sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
   3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until smooth.
   4. Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
3. Bake the Cheesecake:
   1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
   2. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, until the center is just set and slightly jiggly.
   3. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
   4. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
   5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
4. Prepare the Fruit Topping:
   1. In a medium bowl, gently toss the strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, and mandarin oranges together.
   2. In a small saucepan, heat the apricot preserves over low heat until melted and smooth. Alternatively, you can microwave it in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30 seconds.
5. Assemble the Cheesecake:
   1. Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and place it on a serving platter.
   2. Arrange the fruit mixture evenly on top of the cheesecake.
   3. Brush the melted apricot preserves over the fruit to give it a glossy finish.
6. Serve:
   1. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious fruit salad cheesecake!