Mango Cheesecake
Ingredients:
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 4 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
– 3 tablespoons sugar
– 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 4 large eggs
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup mango puree
– Mango slices and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
3. In a blender, puree diced mangoes with 3 tablespoons of sugar until smooth.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Mix in flour, followed by mango puree, until the batter is smooth and well combined.
7. Pour the batter over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 1 hour or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned.
9. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
10. Garnish with mango slices and mint leaves before serving if desired.
Prep Time: 25 minutes | Baking Time: 1 hour | Chilling Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 5 hours 25 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 12 servings
