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Ube Cheesecake

This Ube Cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy dessert with a unique purple yam flavor.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • ½ cup Melted butter

Filling

  • 24 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Ube halaya (purple yam jam)
  • 4 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
  3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the ube halaya and mix until well combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.
  6. Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set. Let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cheesecake, Ube
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