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A truly luxurious dessert combines both flavor and experience—something creamy, fragrant, fruity yet refined. That’s exactly what this Mulberry & Earl Grey Cheesecake offers. It blends the floral, citrusy notes of Earl Grey tea with the deep, jammy sweetness of mulberries for a cheesecake that looks stunning and tastes extraordinary.
Mulberries are underused in traditional baking, but their sweet-tart flavor and bold purple color make them perfect for desserts. Paired with bergamot-infused Earl Grey cream cheese filling, the result is a cheesecake that is aromatic, velvety, fruity, elegant, and completely unique.
Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake
This recipe stands out because:
✔ Earl Grey adds floral, citrus, and tea-like warmth
✔ Mulberry compote creates a gorgeous purple topping
✔ Cream cheese filling is silky, rich, and perfectly balanced
✔ The crust is buttery with a gentle crunch
✔ It works for both special occasions and everyday indulgence
✔ Mulberries shine in both flavor and color
✔ No water bath needed—simple and reliable
The cheesecake feels upscale but is surprisingly easy to make.
How Earl Grey Enhances the Cheesecake
Earl Grey tea is flavored with bergamot, giving the cheesecake hints of:
- Light citrus
- Soft floral aroma
- Subtle herbal warmth
When steeped into warm cream, the flavor infuses gently into the batter, turning a familiar dessert into something sophisticated and bakery-worthy.
Mulberry Compote: The Perfect Topping
Mulberries can taste like a blend of blackberry and raspberry—sweet, intense, slightly earthy. Cooked with a touch of sugar and lemon, they create a vibrant topping that contrasts beautifully with the creamy interior.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Earl Grey Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 Earl Grey tea bags
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup sour cream
Mulberry Compote Topping
- 2 cups fresh or frozen mulberries
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until sandy.
- Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.
2. Infuse the Earl Grey Cream
- Heat heavy cream until steaming (don’t boil).
- Add Earl Grey tea bags, cover, and steep 10 minutes.
- Press out all liquid from tea bags, then discard.
- Cool the infused cream to room temperature.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and mix until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time; mix gently.
- Add vanilla, sour cream, and cornstarch.
- Slowly pour in Earl Grey–infused cream and mix until smooth.
4. Bake
- Pour filling over the crust.
- Bake 45–55 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
5. Make the Mulberry Compote
- Add mulberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water to a saucepan.
- Cook 6–8 minutes until berries soften and mixture thickens.
- Add cornstarch if you want a thicker topping.
- Cool completely.
6. Assemble
- Spoon mulberry compote over the chilled cheesecake.
- Add extra fresh berries on top if available.
- Slice and serve!
Tips for a Perfect Cheesecake
Use Room Temperature Ingredients
This ensures the filling mixes smoothly without lumps.
Avoid Over-mixing
Over-mixing adds air, which causes cracking.
Don’t Overbake
A slight center jiggle = perfect creaminess.
Chill Overnight
The texture becomes silky and fully set.
Variations
Lavender Earl Grey Cheesecake
Add ½ tsp culinary lavender to the cream when steeping.
Mulberry Swirl Cheesecake
Swirl ½ cup mulberry compote directly into the batter before baking.
No-Bake Version
Use gelatin to stabilize the filling and skip the baking step.
Cookie Crust Options
Try digestive biscuits, shortbread crumbs, or chocolate cookies.
Serving Suggestions
This cheesecake is perfect for:
- Afternoon tea
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Elegant dinner parties
- Mother’s Day or brunch
- Romantic desserts
- Summer berry menus
Serve slices with:
- Fresh berries
- Extra mulberry sauce
- Lemon zest
- A cup of Earl Grey tea (perfect pairing!)
Storage
- Refrigerator: up to 4 days
- Freezer: freeze individual slices (without topping) up to 2 months
Mulberry & Earl Grey Cheesecake
A creamy Earl Grey–infused cheesecake topped with vibrant mulberry compote. Elegant, aromatic, and perfect for tea lovers.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Mix crust ingredients, press into pan, and bake 8 minutes.
- Heat cream, steep tea bags 10 minutes, and cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and cornstarch.
- Add infused cream, pour into crust, and bake 45–55 minutes.
- Cook mulberries with sugar, lemon, and water to make compote.
- Cool cheesecake, top with mulberry compote, slice, and serve.
A Beautiful, Aromatic Dessert to Impress
This Mulberry & Earl Grey Cheesecake brings together the best of both worlds: aromatic, tea-infused creaminess and vibrant berry sweetness. It’s a dessert that tastes elegant, feels comforting, and looks absolutely stunning on any table. If you love tea desserts, berry desserts, or classic cheesecake with a twist, this recipe will become a new favorite.
