Chef Ena: Cheesecake Lovers Recipe

Dive into a luxurious symphony of flavors with Ena’s Cheesecake Lovers recipe! Begin with a golden, buttery crust, lovingly crafted from crispy Graham Cracker crumbs. This sets the stage for a lusciously creamy filling, an irresistible blend of cottage and cream cheese with a subtle hint of zesty lemon. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, crown this masterpiece with a vibrant and refreshing berry topping. Fresh strawberries and blueberries meld together in a sweet and tangy sauce, making every bite an unforgettable experience. Perfect for special occasions, or when you simply want to treat yourself to a slice of heaven.

I hope you like it!

Crust:

Equipment:

• Food Processor
• Spatula

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (200g) of crumbs (about 15-17 Graham Cracker Sheets)
• 7 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter, Melted
• 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar

Preparation Instructions:

1. Grind the Graham cracker in the food processor or crush in Ziplock bag with rolling pin.
2. Add sugar and melted Butter and mix until well combined.
3. Pour the crumb into the pan and press the crumbs down into the base or just the bottom base. (Tips: use a measuring cup or glass cup to press down the crumbs evenly)
4. Refrigerate until you finish the filling.

Filling:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup or 8oz Cottage Cheese
• 2-8oz Cream Cheese, softened
• ½ cup Sour Cream
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Tablespoon Cornstarch
• 3 large eggs
• ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 3 Tablespoon fresh Lemon juice and the zest
• ¼ cup melted Unsalted Butter

Equipment:

• Large bowl
• Spatula/Large Spoon
• Hand Mixer
• 10 in pie dish pan

Preparation Instructions:

1. In the large bowl, beat the Cottage cheese for 2 minutes.
2. Add the Soft Cream cheese and beat till smooth.
3. Follow by adding sour cream, sugar, and corn starch. Mix until combined or creamy.
4. Add eggs, vanilla extract, lemon, zest, and melted butter. Mix well and pour into the baking pan.
5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
6. Place cake in oven and immediately turn the oven temperature down to 325 degrees
7. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let set in oven for 2 hours. Allow to cool for at least 2 to 3 hours, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
8. Serve with Strawberry and Blueberry Topping or any topping of your choice.
9. Tip: Place a water bath under the cheesecake pan so the cheesecake won't crack.

Strawberry and Blueberry Topping

Equipment:

• Medium saucepan
• Large spoon/Spatula
• Measuring cup and spoon
• Small bowl

Ingredients:

• 1-pint Fresh Strawberries, cleaned, tops removed and chopped
• 1-pint Fresh Blueberries, washed or cleaned
• 1/3 cup sugar (or sweetener of your choice)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• ¼ cup water
• 1 ½ Tablespoon Cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp. water)
• 2 Tablespoon water

Preparation Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add berries, sugar, 1 tsp. lemon, and ¼ cup water. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
3. Meanwhile, stir cornstarch and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl.
4. Slowly add to the berry mixture. Allow to simmer, continually stirring, until thickened. Then remove from heat.
5. Let cool or refrigerate until ready to serve as topping.