Cheesecake Log
In an era reminiscent of knights and castles, the Cheesecake Log emerges as a modern-day culinary fantasy, blending the creamy, luxurious essence of cheesecake with the rustic allure of a log-shaped dessert. This recipe invites you to transform basic ingredients like cream cheese, white chocolate, and eggs into a dessert that surprises with its elegance yet simplicity, promising the magic of indulgence in every bite.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cooking Time
55 minutes
Servings
This recipe yields 8 servings.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese, 24 oz (680g)
- Granulated Sugar, 1 cup (200g)
- White Chocolate, 8 oz (225g)
- Eggs, 4 large
- Vanilla Extract, 2 tsp (10ml)
- Apples, diced, 1 cup (approximately 1 large apple, 125g)
- Caramel Sauce, ½ cup (120ml)
- Pie Crust, 1 sheet (pre-made, approximately 200g)
- Cinnamon-Sugar, 2 tbsp (25g)
- Pecans, chopped, 1 cup (120g)
- Heavy Cream (for whipping), 1 cup (240ml)
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Soak the diced apples in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese, granulated sugar, melted white chocolate, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into a Hemisphere Log Mold, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until set.
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- Prepare the pie crust chips by brushing them with egg wash and sprinkling with cinnamon-sugar. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or until crispy.
- Roll the chilled cheesecake log in chopped pecans, pressing gently to adhere.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the cheesecake log before serving.
- Serve slices of cheesecake log with a dollop of lightly whipped heavy cream.
The Cheesecake Log marries the indulgence of creamy cheesecake with the novel presentation of a log, creating a dessert that’s both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. With its blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy textures, this cheesecake log is sure to be a hit at any gathering, offering a modern twist on classic flavors.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 56g