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Earl Grey Cheesecake with Mulberry Sauce

A delicate cheesecake infused with Earl Grey tea, topped with a vibrant mulberry sauce, perfect for celebrating slow afternoons.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 3 blocks full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 bags Earl Grey tea
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
For the Mulberry Sauce
  • 1.5 cups fresh or frozen mulberries
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brew the Earl Grey Milk: Heat 1/2 cup whole milk in a small saucepan until steaming, not boiling. Add 3 Earl Grey tea bags, steep for 10 minutes, then remove tea bags and let milk cool completely.
  2. Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until it looks like wet sand. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan lined with parchment paper. Chill while preparing the filling.
  3. Make the Cheesecake Batter: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add 3/4 cup sugar and mix until combined. Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, and cooled Earl Grey milk. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently between each addition.
Baking
  1. Bake the Cheesecake: Pour batter into the prepared crust. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles. Place in a baking tray filled with hot water and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50 minutes. The edges should be set, and center slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool inside for 1 hour.
Sauce and Serving
  1. Make the Mulberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine mulberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until soft and bubbling. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water and simmer until thickened. Let cool completely.
  2. Chill and Top the Cheesecake: Refrigerate cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, spoon the cooled mulberry sauce on top.

Notes

Slice with a warm, dry knife for the best presentation. Serve with a hot cup of Earl Grey to complement the cheesecake's flavors. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.