Almond and Cherry Cheesecake Hearts Recipe
Category: Desserts
Servings: 10 pieces
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 4 hours
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Digestive Biscuits | 100g |
| Amaretti Cookies | 100g |
| Butter (melted) | 100g |
| Cream Cheese | 200g |
| Heavy Cream | 120g |
| Sugar | 60g |
| Almond Milk | 30g |
| Gelatin Sheets | 10g |
| Sliced Almonds | 50g |
| Cherries | 30 pieces |
Instructions
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Prepare the Base: Start by preparing the base for your almond and cherry cheesecakes. Place the digestive biscuits (or simple dry biscuits as an alternative) and amaretti cookies in a food processor. Blend them until finely crumbled. Once processed, transfer the crumb mixture to a bowl and add the melted butter. Stir thoroughly until everything is well combined.
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Shape the Base: Lightly grease heart-shaped molds (each about 9x9x2.5 cm) and press the cookie mixture into the bottom of each mold. Use a spoon or your hands to compact the crumbs firmly. This will form the base of your cheesecake.
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Prepare the Gelatin: Soften the gelatin sheets in cold water for a few minutes. After softening, squeeze out the excess water and dissolve the gelatin in 20g of warm heavy cream. Stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
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Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, and almond milk. Mix well until smooth. In another bowl, whip the remaining 100g of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a light and fluffy filling.
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Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared molds, filling them to the top. Smooth the surface with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
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Set and Chill: Refrigerate the molds for at least 4 hours to allow the cheesecakes to set completely.
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Decorate: Once the cheesecakes are fully set and firm, gently remove them from the molds. Carefully arrange sliced almonds around the edges of the cheesecakes for a decorative touch.
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Finish with Cherries: Top each cheesecake heart with a cherry, or arrange them artfully on the sides for a burst of color and flavor.
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Serve and Enjoy: Your almond and cherry cheesecake hearts are now ready to be enjoyed! They are rich, creamy, and the perfect treat for any occasion.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, feel free to add a splash of almond extract to the cheesecake filling.
- If fresh cherries are unavailable, canned or maraschino cherries can be used as an alternative.
These Almond and Cherry Cheesecake Hearts are guaranteed to be a showstopper, offering a beautiful balance of sweet and nutty flavors with a delicate cherry finish. Perfect for any special event or as a delightful homemade treat to share with friends and family!
