Guava cheesecake

Guava cheesecake puts a fun twist on the classic dessert. The sweet and tangy guava really compliments the creamy cheesecake.

It makes for a treat that’s not just tasty but also looks great.

Guava is common in tropical areas. Adding it to cheesecake gives a unique touch to this favorite dessert.

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar

For the filling:

• 24 ounces softened cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup guava puree (store-bought or homemade)
• ½ cup heavy cream

For the topping:

• ½ cup melted guava jelly or paste
• 2 tablespoons water
• Whipped cream and fresh guava slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
3. Wrap the bottom with aluminum foil to keep water out.
4. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
5. Press this into the bottom of the pan.
6. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
7. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
8. Add eggs one at a time.
9. Mix in the vanilla.
10. Fold in the guava puree and heavy cream gently.
11. Pour this over the crust, smoothing out the top.
12. Place the cheesecake in a bigger roasting pan.
13. Pour hot water into the roasting pan so it reaches halfway up the springform pan.
14. Bake for 60–70 minutes. The center should wiggle, while the edges should look set.
15. Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
16. Take it out of the water bath and let it cool to room temperature.
17. For the topping, mix the melted guava jelly or paste with water until smooth.
18. Pour this over the cooled cheesecake.
19. Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.
20. Add whipped cream and guava slices if you want.