Lemon & Vanilla Curd Cake (Irish Cheesecake)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Irish-style cheesecake topped with lemon and vanilla curd
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 ounces shortcrust pastry
1 1/2 ounces butter
2 ounces vanilla sugar
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 lemon , juice and zest of
8 ounces cottage cheese
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon butter , melted
1 egg , beaten
powdered sugar , to dust

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
375
Sugar
24g
Fat
24g
This Irish-inspired cheesecake is a delicious and unique dessert that is sure to impress your guests. The tangy lemon and sweet vanilla curd topping provides a perfect contrast to the creamy, rich cheesecake filling. This dessert is perfect for any special occasion or dinner party and can be prepared in advance, which makes it a great choice for busy hosts. To make the cake, a homemade shortcrust pastry is used as the base, which gives it a crisp texture that perfectly complements the cheesecake filling.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180C.
2.Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
3.Roll out the pastry on a floured surface to fit the pan and transfer it to the pan, pressing it into the bottom and sides.
4.In a large bowl, cream together the butter and vanilla sugar. Add in the egg yolks, flour, lemon juice, and zest. Whisk until smooth.
5.In a blender or food processor, puree the cottage cheese until smooth.
6.Add the cottage cheese to the egg mixture. Mix in the flour, sugar, melted butter, and beaten egg until everything is well combined.
7.Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is set in the center.
8.Let the cake cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
9.To make the curd, whisk together the lemon juice, sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla in a large heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water and whisk constantly until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
10.Spread the lemon and vanilla curd over the top of the chilled cheesecake. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

PROS

This cake is a unique twist on traditional cheesecake, with a tangy lemon and sweet vanilla topping.

It can be prepared in advance and is a great dessert for a special occasion.

CONS

The cake requires refrigeration for at least 2 hours before serving, which may be inconvenient for some.

Shortcrust pastry can be difficult to work with for novice bakers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cottage cheese is a great source of protein and calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.
Lemons contain Vitamin C, which can boost immunity and support healthy skin. However, this cake is still high in sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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