Follow these steps for perfect results
Camembert cheese
rind removed
Cream cheese
softened
Butter
melted
Sugar
Egg yolk
Heavy cream
warm
Graham Crackers
crushed
Grated Cheese (Parmesan)
Butter
softened
Sour Cream
Honey
Crush graham crackers finely in a plastic bag.
Combine crushed graham crackers with butter and grated cheese.
Rub together until well-combined and crumbly.
Press the mixture into a cake mold lined with baking paper.
Chill the crust in the refrigerator.
Thinly slice the white rind off the Camembert cheese.
Combine Camembert, cream cheese, and butter in a bowl.
Microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until soft.
Mix the cheeses and butter together until smooth.
Add sugar and egg yolk to the cheese mixture and mix well.
Gradually add warm heavy cream and mix gently without whipping.
Pass the mixture through a sieve to remove air bubbles (optional).
Cool the filling in the refrigerator overnight.
Remove the chilled filling from the refrigerator.
Let it sit at room temperature for a short while.
Stir the filling gently with a rubber spatula and pour into the prepared cake pan.
Mix the topping ingredients together.
Set the topping aside.
Preheat oven to 180C (350F).
Bake the cheesecake for 20 minutes, or until the surface becomes slightly golden brown.
Pour the topping over the cheesecake.
Bake for another 3 minutes.
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool slowly.
Cool completely before wrapping with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate for at least one night, or preferably two days, to mature.
Serve chilled.
Expert advice for the best results
Use high-quality Camembert for the best flavor.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
Don't overbake the cheesecake to avoid cracking.
Chill thoroughly before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Yes, best made one day in advance.
Dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder. Garnish with fresh berries.
Serve chilled.
Accompany with a glass of dessert wine.
Offer a selection of fresh fruit.
Pairs well with the richness of the cheesecake.
Apple Brandy pairs with the Camembert.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Camembert is a symbol of French gastronomy. Cheesecake has origins in ancient Greece, and has become a global dessert.
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