Guava Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Guava Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 2
Form Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Make sure the crust is even and goes slightly up the sides.
- 3
Pre-bake Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for about 8-10 minutes or until golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Cheesecake Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
- 5
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
- 6
Incorporate Vanilla and Guava
Stir in the vanilla extract and guava puree. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 7
Add Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 8
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust in the springform pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 9
Bake Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Guava Topping Preparation
- 11
Prepare Guava Topping
In a small saucepan, combine the guava jelly and water. Heat over low heat, stirring until the jelly is melted and smooth.
- 12
Top Cheesecake
Once the cheesecake has chilled, pour the guava topping over the cheesecake, spreading it evenly.
- 13
Serve
Slice the cheesecake and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious guava cheesecake!
