| Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 50 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 562 | 34g | 21g | 55g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 45g | 2g | 7g | 0.45g |
If there’s one thing I hold dear to my heart, it’s the art of incorporating love and tradition into my cooking. Today, I want to share with you a delightful twist on a classic dessert that’s near and dear to my heart – the Nance Cheesecake – a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors that blesses your palate with every bite. This delightful dessert is not only a feast for your taste buds but also brings the goodness of Nance fruit, also known as Yellow Cherries, to your plate.
A Recipe Oozing With Tradition and Health
The Nance Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and infused with the unexpected subtle tartness of the Nance fruit. This exotic ingredient closely echoes the culinary adventures I indulge in, from the comfort foods of the coastal South, to the intriguing flavors I encounter as I surf along the coastlines. Nance fruit, indigenous to Central and South America, is a powerhouse of nutrients. Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fibers, it complements the decadence of the cheesecake, transforming the treat into a healthy choice.
The Loving Art of Balance
The Nance Cheesecake is unique, but reminiscent of conventional fruit-based recipes like Cherry Cheesecake or Blueberry Cheesecake. The difference lies in the balance of flavors. Between the buttery crust and velvety cream cheese filling, the Nance adds an unexpected layer of complexity, creating a wonderful blend of sweet, tangy and creamy. It pairs extremely well with a hot cup of black coffee or a decadent hot cocoa on a cold day.
This Nance Cheesecake recipe is truly one-of-a-kind, a flamboyant symphony of flavors that will mesmerize and captivate you with each bite. It’s a dish that brings together tradition and innovation, with the nutritional benefits of the Nance fruit making it as good for your health as it is for your soul. And while its roots may be planted in the familiar, this dessert is poised to introduce everyone it encounters to a world of unforeseen culinary delights.
What You’ll Need
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon fine lemon zest
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Nance fruit (yellow cherries), pitted
- 1/2 cup Nance fruit syrup (from canned Nance)
Method
Step One
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar together in a medium bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes then remove from the oven to cool.
Step Two
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add 1 cup sugar, and mix until fully incorporated. Then, add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until just combined.
Step Three
On a low speed, add the lemon zest and flour to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can cause the cheesecake to crack.
Step Four
Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the pre-baked crust. Spread half of the Nance fruit over the top of the mixture, then pour the remaining cream cheese mixture on top. Finally, scatter the remaining Nance fruit evenly over the top.
Step Five
Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, or until the center of the cheesecake is set and the top is lightly browned.
Step Six
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Using a knife, loosen the edges of the cheesecake from the sides of the pan. Cool the cheesecake completely at room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 4 hours before serving.
Step Seven
Before serving, pour the Nance fruit syrup over the top of the cheesecake. Cut into slices and serve chilled.
