Date-and-Honey Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Date-and-Honey Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust; 2-3/4 qt. square shortbread cookies, finely crushed; 3 cups slivered almonds, toasted, finely chopped; 2 cups butter, melted; Cheesecake; - PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened; 2-2/3 cups honey; 1 cup flour; 2-1/2 Tbsp. vanilla; 2 Tbsp. almond extract; 16 each eggs; 1 qt. vanilla low-fat yogurt; 3 cups chopped pitted dates; 2 cups golden raisins; 2 cups orange marmalade

Servings: persons

Crust
2-3/4 qt. square shortbread cookies, finely crushed
3 cups slivered almonds, toasted, finely chopped
2 cups butter, melted
Cheesecake
- PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened
2-2/3 cups honey
1 cup flour
2-1/2 Tbsp. vanilla
2 Tbsp. almond extract
16 each eggs
1 qt. vanilla low-fat yogurt
3 cups chopped pitted dates
2 cups golden raisins
2 cups orange marmalade

1
Crust: Combine all ingredients.
2
Press about 3 cups of the crumb mixture firmly onto bottom of each of four 10-inch springform pans (or one springform pan for trial recipe).
3
Refrigerate while preparing filling.
4
Cheesecake: Place cream cheese, honey, flour, vanilla and almond extract in 20-qt.
5
bowl of mixer (or 6-qt.
6
bowl for trial recipe) fitted with paddle attachment.
7
Beat on medium speed 1 to 2 min.
8
or until well blended, stopping occasionally to scrape side of bowl.
9
Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended.
10
Add yogurt; mix on low speed just until combined.
11
Fold in dates and raisins.
12
Pour about 1-3/4 qt.
13
of batter over each crust.
14
Place a full hotel pan, filled halfway with water, on bottom rack of preheated 275 degrees F-convection oven.
15
Place cheesecakes on rack 3 to 4 inches above water.
16
Bake 40 to 45 min.
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or until centers are almost set.
18
Run small knife or metal spatula around rim of each pan to loosen cake.
19
Cool at least 2 hours.
20
Place marmalade in microwaveable bowl.
21
Microwave on HIGH just until marmalade is melted when stirred.
22
Spread marmalade evenly over cheesecakes.
23
Refrigerate several hours or overnight before removing rim of pan to serve.

2584

kcal

Calories

190

Fat

118

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust, 2-3/4 qt. square shortbread cookies, finely crushed, 3 cups slivered almonds, toasted, finely chopped, 2 cups butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Date-and-Honey Cheesecake 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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Date-and-Honey Cheesecake

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