Raspberry Cheesecake Lasagna
Indulge in layers of fresh raspberries, creamy cheesecake, and buttery graham cracker crust in this stunning dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Raspberry Filling
- 20 oz fresh raspberries, plus more for serving (optional)
- 1 cup cold water
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
For the Crust
- 2 3/4 cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs (from about 18 crackers), plus more for serving (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
For the Cream Cheese Layer
- 12 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparing the Raspberry Filling
- In a medium pot over medium-high heat, combine raspberries, cold water, cornstarch, and 3/4 cup granulated sugar. Stir until it bubbles and thickens (3-4 minutes), then cool.
Making the Graham Cracker Crust
- Prepare the graham cracker crust by mixing the crumbs, 1/4 tsp salt, and 2 Tbsp sugar with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into a 13" x 9" dish and refrigerate until firm (about 15 minutes).
Preparing the Cream Cheese Layer
- In a bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar until smooth (1-2 minutes).
- Add 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fluffy (2-3 minutes).
Building the Layers
- Spread the creamy mixture over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Carefully layer the cooled raspberry filling over the cream cheese mixture.
- Refrigerate the dessert until set, about 2 hours.
Finishing Touches
- For the topping, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with the vanilla and 3 Tbsp of confectioners’ sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the topping generously over the raspberry layer and garnish with additional graham cracker crumbs and raspberries if desired.
Notes
To elevate the dessert, consider adding a hint of lemon zest to the cream cheese layer or using different fruits like blueberries or strawberries.