MANGO CHEESECAKE

Recipe :

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar

For the Filling:

• 3 cups cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup mango puree (made from fresh or frozen mangoes)

For the Topping:

• 1 cup mango slices or cubes
• Mango glaze or apricot preserves for brushing (optional)

Instructions:

Crust:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust.
4. Bake the crust for about 10 minutes or until it’s set. Allow it to cool while preparing the filling.

Filling:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Gently fold in the mango puree until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.

Baking:

1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden.
2. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
3. Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cheesecake, then allow it to cool completely.

Topping:

1. Once the cheesecake is cooled, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Before serving, decorate the top with mango slices or cubes.
3. Optional: Brush the top with mango glaze or melted apricot preserves for a shiny finish.

Enjoy your delicious mango cheesecake! Feel free to get creative with the presentation or add additional toppings like whipped cream or mint leaves.