Tahini Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake – theamazingfood
Indulge in the luxurious Tahini Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake – theamazingfood, a decadent dessert that elevates traditional cheesecake with a unique twist. This rich and creamy cake harmoniously blends velvety chocolate and nutty tahini, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy night in, this show-stopping cheesecake is sure to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and irresistible flavors. With straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create this gourmet dessert that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups chocolate bear-shaped graham crackers
- 7 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup pistachio paste
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup sour cream, at room temperature
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter; press into a springform pan for the crust.
- Bake crust for about 10 minutes; let cool.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, pistachio paste, tahini, eggs, almond extract, vanilla extract, and salt; blend well.
- Melt chocolate with heavy cream; fold into cheesecake batter.
- Pour filling over cooled crust; bake for 60-70 minutes until slightly wobbly in center.
- Let cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg