PESTO SWIRLED CHEESECAKE
"My savory cheesecake was so popular at Thanksgiving, it was gone before my husband got a bite. He joined the appetizer line faster when I made it for Christmas and Super Bowl Sunday." -Elizabeth Jackson, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h5m
Yield 24 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, pine nuts and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat the ricotta cheese, cream, Parmesan cheese, flour, salt and garlic salt until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust., For topping, combine the basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts and garlic in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drop by teaspoonfuls over filling; cut through with a knife to swirl. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. , Serve with crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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zubi Wilfred
[email protected]I had high hopes for this cheesecake, but I was disappointed. The pesto swirl was too overpowering and the cheesecake itself was too dense.
Greta Ranum
[email protected]This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The pesto swirl was a nice touch.
Michael Kramer
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I really enjoyed this one. The pesto swirl added a nice savory flavor that I really liked.
Mehran khalil
[email protected]This cheesecake is a little on the expensive side, but it's definitely worth the splurge. It's a perfect dessert for a special occasion.
M Umair
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.
Nick Eastman
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out perfectly. The pesto swirl was beautiful and the cheesecake was creamy and delicious.
Oliver Pypper
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dessert that's perfect for any special occasion.
Kudakwashe Mushambi
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pesto. But I'm so glad I did! The pesto swirl was the perfect addition to the cheesecake.
Sem
[email protected]This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Amala Selvam
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cheesecake, but this one changed my mind. The pesto swirl adds a nice savory flavor that balances out the sweetness of the cheesecake.
Candice Howard
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Ashraf Muyugu
[email protected]This pesto-swirled cheesecake was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was perfect, with the pesto adding a savory touch to the sweet cheesecake. The crust was also delicious and held everything together perfectly.