Sure, let’s embark on a delightful culinary journey with this tantalizing Basil Cheesecake recipe! 🌿🍰
Basil Cheesecake Recipe
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 4 hours
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 1/2 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/4 | Basil |
| 2 1/2 | Parsley |
| 1/2 | Olive oil |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Garlic |
| 1 | Ricotta cheese |
| 1 | Cream cheese |
| 2 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/2 | Eggs |
| 5 | Pine nuts |
| Bread crumbs |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) degrees.
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Prepare pan: Butter the bottom and sides of a 10″ springform pan.
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Prepare crust: Mix bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the mixture into the pan, turning to coat completely.
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Prepare basil mixture: In a food processor, combine basil leaves, parsley, olive oil, salt, and garlic. Process until a smooth paste forms, about 2 minutes, scraping the sides occasionally.
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Prepare cheese mixture: In a mixer bowl, blend ricotta cheese, cream cheese, and Parmesan until smooth, about 2 minutes. Mix in the eggs.
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Combine mixtures: Remove about 1/3 of the cheese mixture to a small bowl. Into the original 2/3 cheese mixture, fold in the basil mixture until well blended.
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Assemble cheesecake: Pour the basil-cheese mixture into the prepared pan and carefully spread an even layer of the reserved cheese mixture on top. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
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Bake: Set the pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 1 1/2 hours.
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Cool: Turn the oven off and let the cheesecake cool for about 1 hour with the oven door slightly ajar. Then, transfer it to a rack and let it cool completely.
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Serve: Serve the cheesecake at room temperature or slightly warmed for a delightful culinary experience.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 558.5
- Fat Content: 49g
- Saturated Fat Content: 25.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 211.6mg
- Sodium Content: 744.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 1.1g
- Protein Content: 22.4g
This Basil Cheesecake is not just a dessert; it’s a savory-sweet indulgence that will elevate any occasion. Enjoy the creamy texture complemented by the subtle hints of basil and Parmesan, all encased in a crunchy crust. It’s a true masterpiece that will leave your taste buds longing for more! 🌿🍰
