Cheese cake

Cheesecake – a decadent and easy-to-make dessert

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Number of servings: 12

Cheesecake is a dessert that perfectly combines cocoa sponge with a velvety cheese cream, bringing a delicious balance between sweet and tangy. This simple and quick recipe is ideal for any occasion, from gatherings with friends to birthdays. Let’s see how you can prepare this delight step by step!

Ingredients for the sponge:
- 240 g butter (at room temperature)
- 200 g sugar
- 4 eggs (medium)
- 160 g flour
- 4 tablespoons cocoa (dark for an intense flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- vanilla (a vial or 1 teaspoon of essence)

Ingredients for the cream:
- 400 g cheese (cream cheese or ricotta for a fine texture)
- 50 ml liquid cream
- 250 g sugar
- 2 eggs (medium)
- 4 tablespoons semolina
- vanilla (a vial or 1 teaspoon of essence)

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 180°C (350°F). This step is essential to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.

2. Prepare the pan: Grease a baking tray (30x20 cm) with butter or line it with baking paper. This will prevent the cake from sticking and make serving easier.

3. Prepare the sponge: In a large bowl, cream the butter with the sugar until you get a fluffy and homogeneous mixture. It is important that the butter is at room temperature to incorporate properly. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.

4. Dry ingredients: In another bowl, mix the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. This mixture will provide the necessary structure for the sponge. Add these ingredients to the butter and egg mixture and mix until well combined.

5. Pouring into the pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared tray and level the surface with a spatula. Now is the time to show your creativity! You can add some chocolate chips or nuts into the sponge for an extra texture.

6. Prepare the cream: In a separate bowl, mix the cheese with the sugar and liquid cream. Add the eggs, semolina, and vanilla, mixing well until you get a smooth cream. This delicious cream will give the cake a soft and moist texture.

7. Assembling the cake: Pour the cheese cream over the cocoa sponge and level with a spatula.

8. Baking: Place the tray in the preheated oven and let it bake for 45 minutes. The cake is ready when the surface is firm, and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

9. Cooling: After the cake is baked, let it cool in the tray for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a plate to cool completely. It is essential to wait for it to cool completely to cut the cake without it crumbling.

Serving and variations:

Cheesecake is served cold and is delicious alongside a berry sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can also add a drizzle of melted chocolate on top for a more attractive appearance. Another interesting variation would be to replace the cocoa in the sponge with almond flour for a nutty flavor or to add orange zest to the cheese cream for an extra aroma.

This cheesecake recipe is a true indulgence, perfect for dessert lovers. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: Base: -240 g butter -160 g flour -4 tablespoons cocoa -4 eggs -200 g sugar -1/2 teaspoon baking powder -vanilla Cream: -400 g cheese -50 ml liquid cream -250 g sugar -2 eggs -4 tablespoons semolina -vanilla