SWEET POTATO PECAN CHEESECAKE
Your guests will think you've rolled out the red carpet when they set their sights on this elegant, succulent sweet potato cheesecake. The smooth, creamy dessert will leave everyone smiling. -Michelle Appleton-Walker, Chicago, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Place a greased 6-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in egg yolk. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Bake at 400° for 10-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. , In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sweet potato, sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla until blended. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour onto crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° for 35 minutes. For topping, combine the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle over cheesecake. Bake 15-25 minutes longer or until center is just set and topping is browned., Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 179mg cholesterol, Sodium 289mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE PIE
Sweet potatoes and cheesecake all together.
Provided by Pawel Tulinski
Categories Desserts Pies Sweet Potato Pie Recipes
Time 4h53m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Pour pecans into a blender; grind into a meal.
- Whisk pecan meal, 1/3 cup brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Rub in butter with your fingers until mixture resembles a coarse meal and a few pea-sized pieces remain. Drizzle beaten egg over butter mixture; mix gently with a fork until dough comes together.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. Form dough into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface into a 10-inch crust. Transfer to an 8-inch baking dish. Cover crust with a piece of parchment paper; fill with pie weights.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let crust cool.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add sweet potatoes, cover, and steam until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Strain into a bowl; mash until smooth.
- Combine 8 ounces plus 6 ounces cream cheese and 1 cup brown sugar in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition. Beat in mashed sweet potatoes and sour cream. Add cinnamon and ginger.
- Split vanilla bean lengthwise with the tip of a sharp knife. Holding the pod open, scrape seeds from each half using the flat side of your knife. Beat seeds into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour cream cheese mixture into the cooled crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until center is set, about 1 hour. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 128.6 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 240.7 mg, Sugar 25.9 g
SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE
Sweet potatoes are a delectable addition to cheesecake. The rich, buttery flavor, and the smooth texture are perfect. This is a good pick for the fall or winter table.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Time 3h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C ).
- Mix together graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9 1/2-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes; remove from oven and set aside. Keep the oven on.
- Place potatoes in a baking dish. Bake until a knife inserted in center goes through easily, about 1 hour. Cool sweet potatoes enough to handle, peel, and puree.
- Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, 1/4 cup cream, and 1 1/2 cups sweet potato puree. Beat in eggs one at a time, blending well after each. Pour filling into crust.
- Bake in 350 degrees F (175 degrees C ) oven until a tester inserted near the center comes out clean, about 1 hour (center may still be slightly jiggly).
- Turn off the oven. Let cake stand 1 hour in oven with door ajar.
- Combine brown sugar and 1/4 cup butter or margarine in a heavy small saucepan. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat, and bring to a boil. Mix in 1/4 cup cream, then nuts. Pour hot topping over cheesecake. Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.7 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 144.8 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 343.3 mg, Sugar 38.6 g
SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE WITH CANDIED PECANS
Steps:
- To make the crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Using a tablespoon, press this mixture into a 10-inch springform pan, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake crust for 10 minutes and allow to cool. Butter or spray a pan with vegetable spray.
- To make the cheesecake batter: Raise oven temperature to 450 degrees F.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, place cream cheese. Use paddle attachment and beat until smooth. Continue to mix and add sugar and salt. Add the eggs 1 at a time, then add sour cream, flour, and spices. Lower speed and add sweet potato puree. Pour the batter into crust lined pan. Place a baking pan of hot water under cheesecake pan. Bake for 15 minutes at 450 degrees F, then lower temperature to 250 degrees F and bake an additional 1 1/2 hours or until cake center is firm.
- For candied pecans: Melt the sugar and cook until temperature reaches 310 degrees F. Stir in nuts until completely coated. Pour onto buttered baking pan. Try to keep the nuts in individual pieces or pulse in food processor for praline effect.
- Let the cake cool completely in pan on rack for 30 minutes, then wrap in plastic, still in pan, and refrigerate until completely chilled. Loosen pan sides and remove cheesecake. Carefully slice cake with knife dipped in hot water, then wiped. Garnish with candied pecans.
SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE WITH PECAN-CRUMB CRUST
Not your average cheesecake, rich and delicious, this is the perfect holiday dessert! --- make certain to only oven-bake the sweet potatoes boiling in water will cause a watery mixture.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h45m
Yield 1 10in cheesecake, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set oven to 425 degrees.
- FOR CRUST: combine crust ingredients well, and press into a 10-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar and all eggs until smooth.
- Mix in whipping cream.
- Beat in flour, cinnamon and ginger.
- Beat in well-mashed sweet potatoes until well combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared crust.
- Bake at 425 degrees for 15 mins; lower heat to 275 degrees, and bake 1 hour more.
- Turn heat off, and leave in oven to cool for several hours, or cool on a wire rack.
- Leave in fridge for 8-9 hours, or overnight to set.
- Serve with sweetened whipped cream or caramel topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 529, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 21.6, Cholesterol 213.5, Sodium 359.1, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 23.7, Protein 8.2
PRALINE SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE
Wonderful for autumn and winter holidays, this sweet potato cheesecake has a smooth, creamy texture and a delightful pecan topping. -Henrietta Gilbert, Simmesport, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter; press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 10-13 minutes, turning once., Place springform pan on a wire rack. Reduce oven temperature to 325°. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and mash; set aside., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in whipping cream, sour cream and mashed sweet potatoes. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Place springform pan in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° until center is just set and top appears dull, 65-75 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., For topping, in a small heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil over high heat; stir in whipping cream. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans., Spoon topping over cheesecake to within 1/2 in. of edge. Cool; refrigerate overnight. Remove side of pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 42g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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