A Perfectly Refreshing Springtime Dessert

Miami FL

05 May, 2021

10:53 AM

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From Family Features Culinary.net, the Miami Times May 4, 2021 When the South Florida sun burns hot, indulging in the sweet fruit flavors of whatever "official" season we're in is a satisfyingly yummy way to beat the heat. Watermelon, berries, pineapple and more are abundant right now, and they're the perfect foils for a decadently creamy dessert. Lemon Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit is tangy and rich, and allows you to escape to the breezy oasis of your dreams, at least for a few minutes. With the smooth, creamy texture of traditional cheesecake, a hint of tart lemon juice, and refreshing raspberries, mint and oranges, it's the perfect sweet treat for Mother's Day – or any day, who are we kidding? And it's really simple to make! Find more refreshing recipes at Culinary.net. Culinary.net LEMON CHEESECAKE WITH FRESH FRUIT Servings: 6-8 INGREDIENTS · 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs · 1/4 cup sugar · 1/4 cup butter, melted · 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened · 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk · 3 eggs · 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice · 1 teaspoon vanilla extract · 1 orange, peeled and sectioned · 8 raspberries · 3 mint leaves, for garnish PREPARATION · Heat oven to 350º F. · In medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter. Press firmly into 9-inch springform pan. · In large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add eggs, fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract; mix until combined. · Pour into pan. Bake 50-55 minutes or until center springs back when lightly pressed. · Chill in refrigerator until completely cooled. Arrange orange slices around border of cake and place raspberries in middle. Top with mint leaves and serve. The Miami Times is the largest Black-owned newspaper in the south serving Miami's Black community since 1923. The award-winning weekly is frequently recognized as the best Black newspaper in the country by the National Newspaper Publishers Association.