There’s something magical about turning a simple garden harvest into a sweet memory. This red currant cheesecake is one of those recipes that carries the flavor of summer in every bite – tart currants melting into a creamy filling, all on a rustic crust. It’s an easy red currant cake recipe you can bake with just a few homestead staples, and the result is a beautiful garden harvest dessert that feels both comforting and refreshing.
What I love most: this is truly an easy cheese cake recipe. The ingredients are simple, the steps straightforward, and yet the taste feels special – a mix of tangy, sweet, and creamy. It’s the kind of cake that works for everyday slow living moments, but also shines when family gathers around the table.
If you’ve been searching for a cheesecake that celebrates the season and connects you back to the garden, this red currant cheesecake might just become a new favorite in your homestead kitchen.
Easy Red Currant Cake Recipe
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Grease and lightly flour a 35 × 23 cm dish. Wash red currants and strip them from the stems.
- Combine butter, flour, egg, sugar, erythritol, and vanilla sugar. Knead quickly into a smooth dough. Press evenly into the bottom of the dish.
- Set to 180 °C (350 °F), top and bottom heat.
- Separate the eggs. Mix the yolks with quark, sugar, erythritol, vanilla sugar, lemon zest, pudding powder, and milk until smooth. Beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff and gently fold into the mixture.
- Spread filling over the crust. Evenly scatter red currants on top. Bake for 55–65 minutes until the cheesecake is golden and set.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely in the dish. Decorate with extra currants if desired. Slice into 12–16 pieces and enjoy.
Notes
“A cake is never just cake – it carries the memory of a harvest.” Frida from the HealingHarvestlog.com Blog
- Storage: After cooling, cut the cheesecake into slices and keep them in
airtight glass containers. Stays fresh in the fridge for up to 1 week. - Make ahead: This cheesecake can easily be prepared 2–3 days in advance.
The flavor gets even better as it rests. - Flavor tip: Best enjoyed the next day – the red currants melt beautifully into the creamy filling.
- Preparation: A reliable hand mixer makes the batter smooth and fluffy.
- Helpful tools: Here are my trusted glass containers and hand mixer on Amazon.
More Homestead Recipes – From Garden Harvest to Homemade Pesto
Delicious recipes don’t have to be complicated. On our blog you’ll find everyday-friendly homestead recipes – simple, seasonal, and inspired by our own harvest. From quick garden snacks to comforting desserts, every dish is rooted in slow living and the joy of growing your own food.
One of my favorites? Homemade pesto – a clever way to use basil, kale, or even carrot greens. With a good harvest, you can enjoy this vibrant sauce almost all year round. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and a perfect example of how the garden keeps giving long after summer ends. Read the full blog post to get the pesto recipe, or use our smart digital tool to calculate your own ingredient amounts and create a version that fits your harvest perfectly.
Bold and Easy Gardening Coloring Book – Currants, Plants, and Calm Spaces to Color and Breathe
I created this coloring book for anyone who, like me, sometimes just needs a quiet moment. Whether you’re taking a break from a busy day or winding down after time in the garden, the Bold and Easy Gardening Coloring Book invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect. Click the link to preview it on Amazon and grab your copy today—for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for someone who needs a little more calm.
The illustrations are intentionally simple and spacious—herb pots, garden beds, and cozy scenes that spark a sense of joy and calm.
You can preview a few pages with Look Inside on Amazon. It’s a lovely gift for yourself or a fellow garden lover—perfect for mindful moments away from screens. More calm, more color, more garden joy.