Strawberry Almond Cheesecake: Indulgent Matzo Crust Delight
This indulgent Strawberry Almond Cheesecake features a crispy matzo crust that complements the creamy filling perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 32 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups matzo meal
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine matzo meal, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and almond extract until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust.
- Top with fresh strawberries.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter cheesecake, add more powdered sugar to taste.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Strawberry Almond Cheesecake, Dessert, Matzo Crust
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