Description
A visually stunning and indulgent gluten-free cheesecake featuring a black sesame marble swirl. With its nutty flavor, creamy texture, and delicate sweetness, this elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Base:
- 12 cream crackers
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 15 g ground black sesame
- 50 g melted butter
- Cake (A):
- 400 g cream cheese, softened
- 20 g butter
- 20 g castor sugar
- 3 egg yolks
- 30 g milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 15 g corn flour
- Cake (B):
- 3 egg whites
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 60 g castor sugar
- Pattern (C):
- 3 tbsp batter
- 10 g ground black sesame
Instructions
- Blend cream crackers and sugar into fine crumbs. Add ground black sesame and mix. Stir in melted butter and press into a springform pan. Chill to set.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and sugar until smooth. Add egg yolks one at a time, then milk, vanilla, and corn flour. Mix well between additions.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add lemon juice and half the sugar; beat to soft peaks, then add remaining sugar and continue until glossy.
- Fold one-third of the meringue into the cheese mixture. Then fold the cheese mixture back into the remaining meringue until fully incorporated.
- For the marble effect, mix 1 tbsp batter with ground black sesame. Add 2–3 tbsp more batter and fold gently to avoid deflating.
- Pour the main batter into the chilled crust. Spoon the black sesame batter over the top and swirl gently using a chopstick or knife in an S-motion.
- Bake using steam-bake at 150°C (300°F) for 25 minutes, then reduce to 120°C (250°F) and bake an additional 30 minutes.
- After baking, leave the oven door ajar and let the cheesecake cool completely inside. Then chill in the fridge for 4–6 hours or overnight before unmolding.
- For clean slices, heat a knife with hot water, wipe dry, and cut. Repeat between slices.
Notes
- Use white sesame instead of black for a milder flavor and lighter color.
- Ensure egg whites are not overbeaten to maintain volume in the batter.
- Add honey for extra floral sweetness if desired.
- Cheesecake is best enjoyed well chilled for the ideal texture.
- Freeze individual slices for long-term storage—thaw overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
