Amaretto Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cvanilla wafer crumbs
- 10 tbspsalted butter
melted
- 3 tbspsugar
- 24 ozcream cheese
room temperature
- 1 csugar
- 3 tbspall purpose flour
- 1 csour cream
- 1 tspalmond extract
- 5 tbspamaretto liqueur
- 4 largeeggs
room temperature
- 1 cplus 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
cold, 270ml
- 5 tbsppowdered sugar
- 3 tbspamaretto liqueur
- ¼ tspalmond extract
- 6 ozcream cheese
room temperature
- sliced almonds
Directions
Make the crust
- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides.
- 2
Combine the crust ingredients in a small bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan.
- 3
Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- 4
Cover the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that water from the water bath cannot get in (see how I prepare my pan for a water bath). Set prepared pan aside.
Make the filling
- 1
Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (148°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and flour on low speed until completely combined and smooth. Be sure to use low speed to reduce the amount of air added to the batter, which can cause cracks. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 3
Add the sour cream, almond extract and amaretto and mix on low speed until well combined.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing slowly to combine after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is well combined.
- 5
Pour the cheesecake batter into the crust.
- 6
Place the springform pan inside another larger pan. Fill the outside pan with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of the springform pan. The water should not go above the top edge of the aluminum foil on the springform pan.
- 7
Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. The center should be set, but still jiggly.
- 8
Turn off the oven and leave the door closed for 30 minutes. The cheesecake will continue to cook, but slowly begin to cool as well.
- 9
Crack the door of the oven for 20-30 minutes to allow the cheesecake to continue to cool slowly. This process helps prevent cracking.
- 10
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath wrapping and refrigerate until firm, 5-6 hours or overnight.
Make the mousse
- 1
When cheesecake has chilled and is firm, make mousse topping. Add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, amaretto and almond extract to a large mixing bowl and whip oh high speed until stiff peaks form. Set whipped cream aside.
- 2
In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- 3
Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese in two parts until well combined.
- 4
Remove cooled cheesecake from springform pan and place on a serving platter. Top the cheesecake with about half of the mousse, then use the remaining mousse to pipe a border around the edge of the cheesecake. The mousse will be a little softer at first, but firm up as it cools in the fridge.
- 5
Sprinkle cheesecake with sliced almonds and store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Amaretto Cheesecake
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About this Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with a homemade Amaretto Cheesecake that promises to be the star of any gathering. This isn't just any cheesecake; it's a luscious, full-flavored treat designed to impress.
What truly sets this Amaretto Cheesecake apart is its incredible layers of texture and intense flavor. You'll savor a thick, creamy cheesecake filling infused with rich amaretto, perfectly complemented by a crunchy vanilla wafer crust. The experience is elevated further with a soft, fluffy mousse topping, creating a symphony of delightful sensations in every bite.
Prepare for a dessert that delivers on its promise of decadence. Each forkful of this homemade cheesecake offers a luxurious mouthfeel, blending the smooth, velvety richness of cream cheese with the distinct, sweet almond notes of amaretto liqueur and a hint of almond extract. The crisp texture of the wafer crust provides a satisfying contrast to the creamy filling, while the light mousse melts delicately. Finishing it off with a sprinkle of sliced almonds adds an elegant touch and a subtle nutty crunch. This dessert is designed to be savored, making its nearly three-hour total preparation time well worth the effort for 13 generous servings.
While perfect as is, you can personalize this Amaretto Cheesecake. If you're a fan of different nuts, consider toasting pecans or walnuts to sprinkle on top instead of sliced almonds for a different flavor profile. For an extra touch of indulgence, a drizzle of chocolate ganache over the mousse before adding nuts would be a delightful addition, though not strictly traditional.
This impressive Amaretto Cheesecake is ideal for special occasions, holiday celebrations, or simply when you're craving an extraordinary dessert. Serve it as the grand finale to a festive meal, and watch it disappear!