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Velvety Ube Cheesecake Recipe

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A rich and creamy Filipino-inspired dessert, this Velvety Ube Cheesecake blends the unique, nutty flavor of purple yam with the smooth texture of classic cheesecake, all atop a buttery graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ube extract (optional, for deeper color and flavor)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper and wrapping the outside with foil to prevent water leakage.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add 1 cup sugar and continue beating until well combined.
  4. Mix in ube halaya, sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and ube extract. Blend until smooth.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish filled with hot water to create a water bath.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but the edges are set.
  9. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  10. Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

  • Using ube extract enhances the purple color and intensifies the flavor.
  • Allowing the cheesecake to cool slowly in the oven prevents cracking.
  • Top with whipped cream or toasted coconut for extra flair.

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Keywords: ube cheesecake, Filipino dessert, purple yam cheesecake, creamy ube dessert

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