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Berry farmer's cheesecake slice
Refreshing dessert with cheese and fruit

No-Bake Berry Farmer's Cheesecake

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
This region's take on cheesecake uses 'túró' (farmer's cheese) rather than cream cheese. It has a tangy, distinctive flavor that is lighter and zestier than its American cousin. We whip the curds for a creamy texture, and the addition of lemon and fruit makes it a perfect cooling treat for warm days.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 5 hrs
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Central European

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Sieve or Potato Ricer: To break down the cheese curds.
  • Immersion Blender (optional): For a smoother texture.
  • 8-inch Springform Pan: For molding.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Crush the cookies and mix with melted butter. Press evenly into the bottom of the springform pan and chill.

Tip: The finer the crumbs, the more stable the crust.
2 ✓

Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let bloom for 10 minutes.

Tip: Gelatin granules need to hydrate to dissolve properly.
3 ✓

Press the farmer's cheese through a sieve to remove large lumps. Whip it with the powdered sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice until fluffy.

Tip: Lemon acidity cuts through the richness of the cheese and cream.
4 ✓

Gently warm the bloomed gelatin until liquid (do not boil). Temper it with a spoonful of the cheese mixture, then stir it into the main batch.

Tip: Tempering prevents the gelatin from seizing into rubbery strings.
5 ✓

Whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the cheese mixture.

Tip: Whipped cream lightens the dense cheese curds.
6 ✓

Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Tip: Cover firmly to prevent it from absorbing fridge odors.
7 ✓

Top with fresh berries just before serving.

Tip: Adding fruit early can cause juices to bleed into the white cake.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the filling grainy?
The cheese wasn't mashed enough. Always press farmer's cheese through a sieve or blend it for a smooth consistency.
Can I use low-fat cheese?
You can, but full-fat farmer's cheese or ricotta yields a much creamier result.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Farmer's Cheese or Ricotta (drained)
  • 1 1/4 cups Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 pc Lemon (zest and juice)
  • 3/4 cup Heavy Cream (cold)
  • 1 packet Unflavored Gelatin (0.25 oz)
  • 1/4 cup Water (for gelatin)
  • 10 oz Fresh Berries (Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries)
  • 7 oz Butter Cookies or Graham Crackers
  • 1 stick Unsalted Butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract