POPPY SEED CITRUS CHEESECAKE

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When I have time to spend in the kitchen, I like making desserts that are sure to please. This cheesecake fills the bill. The citrus glaze is a perfect topping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 12 squares)
3/4 cup ground almonds
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 large eggs, beaten
GLAZE:
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs, almonds and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add cream, orange juice, flour, poppy seeds and orange zest; mix until well blended. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Return pan to baking sheet., Bake at 350° for 45-50 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., In a small saucepan, whisk eggs until foamy. Whisk in remaining glaze ingredients; cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches 160° and is smooth and thickened. Refrigerate cheesecake and glaze overnight. Remove sides of pan. Serve glaze over cheesecake.

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Nadeem Abbasi5
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought graham cracker crust and it worked perfectly.


Kippi Versluis
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This cheesecake was delicious! The poppy seeds added a nice crunch and the citrus flavor was refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Cindy Zuniga
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Kitunzi Faridah
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This cheesecake was a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would have preferred a lighter, fluffier texture.


Nomatter Sinyoro
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I had some trouble getting the cheesecake out of the springform pan, but other than that, this recipe was great! The cheesecake was delicious and the poppy seeds added a nice texture.


Jordyn Jones
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This cheesecake was a bit too tangy for my taste, but my friends loved it. I think next time I'll use less lemon juice.


Stephen Robinson
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I love poppy seeds and citrus, so I knew I had to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the poppy seeds and citrus added a nice crunch and brightness.


Denise Lewis
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought graham cracker crust and it worked perfectly. The filling was smooth and creamy and the poppy seeds added a nice touch.


MD soriful islam সাকিব
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I'm not a huge fan of poppy seeds, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The poppy seeds were not overpowering and the cheesecake was very creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Melissa Mixter
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This cheesecake was delicious! The poppy seeds added a nice crunch and the citrus flavor was refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Andrea Aimable
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This poppy seed citrus cheesecake was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!