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15 September 2025

Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake – Stunning Dessert

Damien Pichon adapted by JojoM

Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake – Stunning Dessert Image

A show-stopping upside-down cheesecake with a coconut Speculoos crust, light cream cheese mousse, and tangy red berry-lime confit. Elegant and delicious.

Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake – Stunning Dessert 🍓🍒

Looking for a dessert that combines elegance, creativity, and pure indulgence? This Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake is exactly that! With a crunchy coconut Speculoos crust, a silky cream cheese mousse, and a tangy red berry-lime confit insert, this cheesecake flips tradition on its head—literally. Perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, or when you want to impress your guests with a modern French-style cake. 🎂✨

Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake 💖

  • Show-stopping look: The upside-down format reveals stunning berry layers when sliced.
  • Flavor balance: Coconut and Speculoos bring warmth, the mousse adds creaminess, and the berry confit gives tangy freshness.
  • Elegant technique: Using inserts and frozen layers makes it professional but achievable at home.

This recipe takes cheesecake to the next level—a balance of tradition and French patisserie finesse. 🇫🇷

The Key Components 🥥🍪🍓

  • Coconut Speculoos Crust: Crunchy, nutty, and spiced with caramelized Speculoos.
  • Cheesecake Mousse: Light, airy, and creamy—whipped to perfection.
  • Red Berry & Lime Confit: A refreshing surprise of raspberries, sour cherries, and citrus brightness.

When combined, they create a multi-textured, flavor-packed bite that feels like summer and luxury in one forkful. 🌞

Tips for Perfect Results 🔑

  • Freeze the fruit insert overnight: This ensures clean assembly.
  • Use a hot knife: For picture-perfect slices.
  • Toast your coconut: Brings out nutty, caramelized depth.

Little details like these elevate your cheesecake from good to unforgettable. 🌟

Serving Ideas 🎉

This upside-down cheesecake is best served chilled but not frozen, with its layers distinct and flavors balanced. Garnish with:

  • Fresh raspberries or strawberries 🍓
  • Shaved white chocolate 🍫
  • A light dusting of lime zest for brightness 🍋

Final Thoughts ✨

The Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake isn’t just a dessert—it’s a culinary statement. Its playful presentation and luxurious taste will wow anyone lucky enough to share a slice. If you’re passionate about French cheesecake recipes and want something beyond the ordinary, this is the masterpiece to try.

Would you dare flip your cheesecake upside-down? 😉

Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake – Stunning Dessert

Damien Pichon adapted by JojoM

A show-stopping upside-down cheesecake with a coconut Speculoos crust, light cream cheese mousse, and tangy red berry-lime confit. Elegant and delicious.

Upside-Down Red Berry Cheesecake – Stunning Dessert image
upside down cheesecake
red berry cheesecake
French cheesecake recipe
coconut Speculoos crust
berry lime confit
modern cheesecake
gourmet French dessert
Prep Time
60 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
75 mins
Servings
8

Chef's Tips

  • Freeze the berry confit insert overnight for easier assembly.

  • Use a hot knife for perfectly clean slices when serving.

  • Toast the coconut until golden for deeper flavor.

Tools Used

Cake Ring

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Ingredients

USMetric

Coconut Speculoos Crust

Cheesecake Mousse

Red Berry & Lime Confit

Instructions

Prepare the Coconut Speculoos Crust

  1. 1

    Mix baked pâte sucrée crumbs, toasted coconut, and crushed Speculoos.

  2. 2

    Stir in melted butter until well combined.

  3. 3

    Press into a 20 cm ring, forming sides and base, and prepare a 16 cm disk for closing.

Make the Cheesecake Mousse

  1. 1

    Heat cream and milk, then whisk into egg yolks and sugar.

  2. 2

    Cook to 85°C, stir in melted gelatin, then blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Once cooled, fold in whipped cream and cream cheese until fluffy.

Make the Red Berry & Lime Confit

  1. 1

    Warm raspberry and cherry purées with glucose to 40°C.

  2. 2

    Mix sugar with pectin and whisk into purée.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil, add gelatin, then pour into a 16 cm silicone mold and freeze.

Assemble the Cheesecake

  1. 1

    Line the crust base with diced fresh strawberries.

  2. 2

    Pipe in a layer of cheesecake mousse, then place frozen berry insert.

  3. 3

    Cover with more mousse and close with the crust disk.

  4. 4

    Freeze until set, then unmold and serve chilled.

Comments & Reviews

  • Mélanie

    5/12/2025

    Magnifique idée, le rendu est spectaculaire et gourmand !

  • Karine

    7/3/2025

    Tellement original, ça me rappelle une tarte tatin version cheesecake 🔥.

  • Rowena

    8/21/2025

    J’ai testé avec mascarpone à la place du cream cheese, délicieux 😍.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)

Calories 430
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30g38%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 120mg40%
Sodium 220mg10%
Total Carbohydrates 35g13%
Dietary Fiber 2g7%
Sugars 22g
Protein 6g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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