Passion Fruit Cheese Recipe

Make the Crust

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.

Form the Crust

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.

Prepare Cheese Mixture

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Add Other Ingredients

Add the sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Beat until fully incorporated.

Incorporate Eggs

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Pour Filling

Pour the cheese mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan and spread it evenly.

Bake Cheese Filling

Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.

Cool the Cheesecake

Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Prepare Passion Fruit Topping

In a small saucepan, combine the passion fruit pulp, sugar, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.

Cool Topping

Remove from heat and allow the topping to cool completely before using.

Serve

Once the cheesecake is completely chilled, pour the passion fruit topping over the cheesecake and spread evenly. Slice and serve.