Citrus Cheesecake With Macadamia Praline Recipe

Name: Citrus Cheesecake With Macadamia Praline
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups graham crackers crumbs; 6 tbsp (3/4 stick) butter, melted; 3 pkg (8 oz each) cream cheese, at room temperature, chopped; 1/2 cup sugar; 4 None eggs; 2/3 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup flour; 2 tsp each finely grated lemon, orange and lime peel; None None FOR THE MACADAMIA PRALINE; 1 cup macadamia nut halves, toasted; 1 1/4 cups sugar

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups graham crackers crumbs
6 tbsp (3/4 stick) butter, melted
3 pkg (8 oz each) cream cheese, at room temperature, chopped
1/2 cup sugar
4 None eggs
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup flour
2 tsp each finely grated lemon, orange and lime peel
None None FOR THE MACADAMIA PRALINE
1 cup macadamia nut halves, toasted
1 1/4 cups sugar

1
Preheat the oven to 325u00b0F. Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix graham cracker crumbs and butter until well blended. Press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Refrigerate 20 mins, until firm.
2
Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in cream, flour and citrus peels until smooth. Pour onto crust.
3
Bake for 50-55 mins. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4
For the macadamia praline, line a baking pan with parchment paper. Sprinkle with macadamia nuts. Place sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan on low heat. Stir for 2-3 mins until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil on high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer, without stirring, for 10-12 mins until golden. Pour toffee thinly over macadamias. Let stand until praline to set, then break into pieces. Top cheesecake with praline to serve.

1457

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups graham crackers crumbs, 6 tbsp (3/4 stick) butter, melted, 3 pkg (8 oz each) cream cheese, at room temperature, chopped, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Citrus Cheesecake With Macadamia Praline falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Citrus Cheesecake With Macadamia Praline

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