Milk Tart Cheesecake, also known as Melktert Cheesecake, combines the creamy, cinnamon-infused flavors of South African milk tart with the rich texture of cheesecake. Here’s a recipe inspired by traditional South African desserts:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
• 200g shortbread cookies (crushed)
• 100g unsalted butter (melted)
For the Filling:
• 500g full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
• 250g mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon almond essence
For the Caramel Sauce:
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
• Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
• Combine the crushed shortbread cookies with melted butter.
• Press the mixture into the base of a 20cm springform pan.
• Place the pan in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
2. Make the Filling:
