Banh Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Crust

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool.

2. 2

   Make the Cheesecake Filling

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the ube extract, sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth after each addition.

3. 3

   Bake the Cheesecake

   Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.

4. 4

   Chill the Cheesecake

   After cooling in the oven, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

5. 5

   Prepare Taro-Ube Sauce

   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of ube puree (can be store-bought) with 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the cheesecake is chilled, slice and serve with the taro-ube sauce drizzled on top and a side of fresh berries.