Cheesecake de Maracujá

Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Prepare the base by mixing 400g of crushed biscuits with 200g of melted butter.
  2. 2Press the mixture into the base of a cheesecake mold to form the base.
  3. 3In a separate bowl, combine 1kg of cream cheese with 3dl of heavy cream.
  4. 4Add 300g of sugar and mix well.
  5. 5Prepare 1 packet of passion fruit jelly according to package instructions, using 1 dl of boiling water.
  6. 6Add the prepared jelly to the cream cheese mixture and mix until smooth.
  7. 7Incorporate the pulp and seeds of 8 passion fruits into the mixture.
  8. 8Pour the cheesecake filling over the biscuit base.
  9. 9Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  10. 10If desired, garnish with extra passion fruit pulp and seeds before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg queijo fresco ou qualquer outro tipo de queijo creme
  • 3 dl natas grossas
  • 1 packet gelatina de maracuja
  • 1 tablespoon gelatina em pó (opcional, para buffet)
  • 300 gr açúcar
  • 1 packet saco de gelatina de maracuja
  • 1 dl agua fervendo
  • 8 pieces maracujás polpa e sementes
  • 400 gr bolacha triturada
  • 200 gr manteiga derretida

Equipment

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Tips

  • If serving for a buffet, add an extra tablespoon of powdered gelatin.
  • The amount of cream can be increased to 5dl if making 2 cheesecakes.