This Crumble Cheesecake is a Perfect Balance of Creamy and Crunchy Textures

Cheesecakes are one of the most popular kinds of desserts, and they can be prepared in a wide number of ways. From the classic New York-style cheesecakes to its combinations with coffee, chocolate and dried berries, there is a cheesecake out there for everyone. But when you put all these great cheesecake elements together with the crunchiness of a crumble topping, you will have an extraordinary dessert one cannot get wrong. Here is a simple and easy recipe for the crumble cheesecake that is sure to win your heart.

Crumble Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the cheesecake base:

• 121 gm oats
• 102 gm sugar
• 53 gm sugar
• 114 gm unsalted butter (cubed)

For the cheesecake filling:

• 601 gm cream cheese
• 202 gm sugar
• 3 eggs
• 4 tsp vanilla extract
• 121 ml sour cream

For the mixed berry compote:

• 202 gm assorted berries
• 103 gm sugar
• 64 ml water

Method:

1. First you have to preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. You are going to grease a springform pan, and line the bottom with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, start by combining rolled oats, brown sugar, and granulated sugar, and then mix in cold, unsalted butter with the crumb mixture until crumbs form.
4. Then, you can spread half of the crumb mixture over the prepared pan and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes until it slightly browns.
5. Using an electric mixer, you have to beat cream cheese until it is smooth, and then you have to gradually add sugar, and continue to beat until all the sugar is dissolved.
6. Next, you can beat in eggs, one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla extract.
7. Now, you have to pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan over the baked crumble crust and smooth out the top.
8. Then, you can sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the cheesecake batter, and bake until the cheesecake is set and the crumble top is golden brown. This will take about 40 to 45 minutes.
9. Next, you can remove the cheesecake from the oven, and let it cool in the pan for 1.5 hours.
10. Then, you can transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Now, you can put mixed berries, sugar and water in a small saucepan, and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the berries are well crushed.
12. After that, you can bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, till the compote has slightly thickened.
13. Then, you can let the compote cool down to room temperature.
14. After that, once you have allowed the cooled cheesecake to cool completely, you are going to place it on a serving plate to assemble. For this, you have to spoon the berry compote over on the top of the cheesecake.
15. Finally, you can serve the cheesecake, and dig in.

Tips to make the creamiest, smoothest cheesecake

If you want to get your cheesecake as smooth and creamy as possible, you must remember to beat your cream cheese with a machine whisk because a hand whisk will only make your job more difficult, and leave a few lumps here and there that will ultimately spoil the texture of the dessert. For more depth of flavor, you can throw in a teaspoon of vanilla or a pinch of salt to the batter for that added layer of taste. If you are baking it for a party for children, and would like the dish to look attractive and pretty, you can sprinkle some powdered sugar or dollops of whipped cream on top that has been stained with red or yellow food coloring.

You may wonder why using the crumble topping on your cheesecake will be a great addition. It is because it will give your cheesecake a beautiful and rustic appearance, apart from adding a crunchy texture and mouthfeel. Apart from this, the crumble topping is one excellent way of enhancing the flavor of your cheesecake because you can use any spices or ingredients you may like in it.

This crumble cheesecake recipe is going to be a massive hit among all kinds of cheesecake lovers. What will the set it apart from other recipes and desserts will be its uniqueness of toppings and it's aesthetically inviting appearance that will draw curiosity and love for this versatile dish.