Mascarpone Cheesecake With Honeyed Pistachios

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Indulge in the decadent and creamy Mascarpone Cheesecake With Honeyed Pistachios
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

360 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup shelled pistachios
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups finely ground biscotti , crumbs ( It is preferable to buy a biscotti that has pistachios )
1/8 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
cooking spray
16 ounces cream cheese , room temperature
1 cup sugar
16 ounces mascarpone cheese
4 eggs
1 tablespoon lemon zest or 1 tablespoon orange zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or 1 tablespoon orange juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1/4 cup honey , for drizzling
sprinkling of honey-roasted pistachios
1 sprig mint

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
587
Sugar
33g
Fat
42g
Indulge in the decadent and creamy Mascarpone Cheesecake With Honeyed Pistachios. This Italian-inspired dessert is made with a combination of cream cheese and mascarpone cheese for a rich and velvety texture. The crust is made from a combination of sweet biscotti crumbs and butter that form a firm base for the cheesecake. To add some texture and sweetness, the cheesecake is topped with honeyed pistachios that are caramelized to perfection. Serve this luscious dessert drizzled with honey and garnished with mint for added freshness. It's perfect for any special occasion or celebration and can be made ahead of time for your convenience.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.To make the crust, stir together biscotti crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until moistened.
3.Press mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
4.Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
5.Cool on a wire rack.
6.To make the honeyed pistachios, heat honey, sugar, and salt in a small skillet over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
7.Add pistachios and cook, stirring constantly until lightly browned and glazed.
8.Remove from heat and cool on parchment paper.
9.To make the filling, beat together cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
10.Add in mascarpone cheese, eggs, zest, juices, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
11.Pour mixture into the prepared crust.
12.Bake at 325°F for 50-60 minutes or until set.
13.Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 10 minutes.
14.Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
15.Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
16.Serve with a drizzle of honey and sprinkle honeyed pistachios and mint leaves on top.

PROS

This creamy cheesecake is rich and indulgent.

The honeyed pistachio topping adds a nice crunch and sweetness to the dessert.

It can be made ahead of time and is perfect for special occasions and celebrations.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The preparation time is longer than most desserts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mascarpone cheese is a good source of calcium and protein.
It is also lower in sodium and cholesterol than other types of cheese.
Additionally, pistachios have been linked to improving heart health, reducing inflammation, and aiding in weight loss.

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