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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Cherry Compote
Method
Crust Preparation
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine chopped hazelnuts, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow it to cool.
Cheesecake Filling Preparation
Make Cheesecake Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and sugar, and continue to beat until fully combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, mix in lemon juice and zest. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Bake the Cheesecake
Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
Cherry Compote Preparation
Assembly
Assemble the Cheesecake
Once the cheesecake has cooled completely, remove it from the springform pan. Top with the cherry compote before serving.