BERRY CHEESE TORTE

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We love this torte for the Fourth of July, or really any summer gathering when berries are abundant. It looks fancy, but is really easy to prepare. -Deborah Hitchcock, Granite Falls, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup crushed gingersnap cookies (about 20 cookies)
3/4 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 25 wafers)
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1-3/4 cups white grape juice
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs, wafer crumbs, walnuts and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over grape juice; let stand 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Cover and refrigerate until partially set, about 45 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread into crust., Place berries in a large bowl; add gelatin mixture and gently stir to coat. Spoon over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Remove sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Zakir Tanha Tangi
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This torte was a disappointment. The cheesecake filling was grainy and the berry topping was bland.


Dipuo Pelo
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The crust was a bit dry, but the cheesecake filling was delicious.


alvi roza
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This torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone with a sweet tooth.


Nasir Stanikzai
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I'm not really a fan of cheesecake, but this torte was actually really good! The berry topping really made it.


Azeez Dare
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This is the best berry cheese torte I've ever had! I highly recommend it.


Monira Afrin
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've used different berries, and it always turns out great.


Sheriffolamilekan Abdulhadi
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This torte is a must-try! It's so easy to make, and the results are incredible.


Anabeth Palmieri
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Wow! This berry cheese torte is amazing! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Margaret Henare
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This torte is absolutely delicious! The crust is buttery and flaky, the cheesecake filling is creamy and smooth, and the berry topping is bursting with flavor.


Paullie Alish
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This was my first time making a cheesecake, and it turned out beautifully! The instructions were easy to follow, and the results were stunning.


Awan Zada
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I've made this torte several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cheesecake filling is rich and velvety, and the berry topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Ahsan Rajpot
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This berry cheese torte was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet berries and creamy cheese was divine, and the crust was the perfect balance of crispy and flaky.