Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake

Decadent doesn't even begin to cover this eggless cardamom & chocolate cheesecake! 🍫🍰✨ Creamy, dreamy, and totally irresistible.😋

1. What to Know First:

Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, offering a creamy, rich texture with the warm spice of cardamom and the decadent allure of chocolate. It's a perfect treat for any occasion, especially when you want something special without the eggs.

2. Required Ingredients:

• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup butter at room temperature
• ½ tsp cardamom, ground into powder
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder, sifted
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• 500g cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1 1/3 cups double cream
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1 cup plain flour
• 500g ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 1 ½ tsps vanilla extract

3. Let’s Get Cooking:

Begin by preparing the crust and then move on to the creamy filling, infusing it with cardamom and chocolate. Bake the cheesecake until set, then chill it thoroughly for the perfect texture. The patience during chilling is key to a perfect slice.

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

Quickly combine the flour mixture and butter mixture using cold hands or a fork. Press the resulting mixture firmly into a greased 25 cm springform tin. In a separate bowl, beat together all filling ingredients, except the cocoa powder and cardamom, until the mixture thickens. Avoid overmixing for the best results.

Step 2: Divide and Flavor Filling

Divide the prepared filling mixture in half, placing each portion into a separate bowl. To one bowl, add the cocoa powder and ground cardamom. The other bowl will remain plain for the white layer of filling.

Step 3: Combine Chocolate Filling

Thoroughly combine the cocoa powder and cardamom powder into the portion of the filling in the bowl. Mix until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and the filling is evenly colored and flavored.

Step 4: Layer the Filling

Carefully spread the white layer of filling evenly over the uncooked base in the springform tin. Then, gently spread the chocolate filling over the white layer, creating a layered effect.

Step 5: Bake and Cool

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 1 hour, or until the filling is set. Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating it for a full day. Resist the urge to eat it right away for optimal flavor and texture.

4. Serving Suggestions

Serve the chilled cheesecake with a dusting of cocoa powder, a drizzle of melted chocolate, or a sprinkle of cardamom. It pairs beautifully with a cup of strong coffee or a glass of dessert wine.

5. Nutrition

Serving size: 12 servings, Calories: 504kcal, Protein: 10g, Fat: 34g, Carbohydrates: 44g, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 32g, Cholesterol: 103mg, Sodium: 245mg

6. To Wrap Up:

This Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake is a delightful treat that combines rich flavors and creamy textures in every bite. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, it’s sure to impress and satisfy any sweet tooth!