Almond Amaretto Cheesecake
A delightful cheesecake that combines rich creaminess with the sweet, nutty flavor of almond and a hint of Amaretto liqueur.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 90 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Amaretto liqueur
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine almond flour, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
- Beat the softened cream cheese with sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in heavy cream, Amaretto, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with sliced almonds before serving.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is well-softened for a smooth filling. For a non-alcoholic option, substitute Amaretto with almond extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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