Cream Cheese Cake Recipe - Mzizim Recipes

A creamy, smooth, and rich dessert with a buttery biscuit base and a soft cream cheese filling. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or whenever you’re craving a homemade treat.

Ingredients

For the crust

200g digestive biscuits (or any plain, non-cream biscuits)
100g melted butter

For the filling

600g cream cheese
200g granulated sugar
200ml heavy (whipping) cream
3 large eggs
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

For decoration (optional)

Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Fruit jam or coulis
Melted chocolate

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust

Crush biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a bag and smashing with a rolling pin.
Mix crumbs with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press firmly into the bottom of a 22–24 cm (9-inch) springform pan.
Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.

2. Make the filling

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
Add heavy cream, vanilla, flour, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.

3. Bake the cheesecake

Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
Pour filling over chilled crust.
Bake 50–60 minutes, until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is best).

4. Serve & decorate

Top with berries, jam/coulis, or melted chocolate.
For clean slices: dip a knife in hot water, wipe, and repeat.

Tips for best results

Avoid opening the oven door during baking to prevent cracks.
For a smoother texture, bake in a water bath (wrap pan in foil and place in a tray of hot water).
Mascarpone can replace cream cheese for a richer flavor.

Conclusion

This classic cream cheese cake is simple to make yet delivers a luxurious, velvety texture in every bite—perfect for celebrations or a cozy weekend dessert.

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