Description
Elegant honey cake cheesecake blends classic Israeli dessert traditions with creamy cheesecake perfection. Layers of spiced honey cake and silky cream cheese create a delightful dessert you’ll savor with each luxurious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) buttermilk
- ½ cup (120 ml) honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 blocks (16 oz / 450 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
- ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps heavy cream
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper, covering bottom and sides completely to facilitate easy removal and prevent sticking.
- Base Formation: Whip cream cheese and sugar in a large mixing bowl until achieving a luxurious, velvety consistency, meticulously eliminating any potential lumps for a smooth texture.
- Liquid Integration: Gently fold eggs into the cream cheese mixture one at a time, maintaining a silky batter while ensuring uniform incorporation, then delicately blend vanilla extract and honey until the mixture transforms into a golden-hued composition.
- Baking Process: Pour the creamy mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and eliminate air pockets, then transfer to a preheated oven at 325F (160C) for 35-40 minutes until the center sets with a subtle tremor.
- Cooling and Setting: Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, avoiding sudden temperature fluctuations that might cause surface cracks, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to develop a rich, decadent texture before serving.
Notes
- Prevent Cracking Technique: Avoid overmixing cream cheese and eggs to maintain a smooth, crack-free surface during baking.
- Temperature Control: Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and smoother cheesecake texture, reducing potential lumps.
- Water Bath Option: Consider using a water bath (placing pan in larger pan with hot water) to create more even, gentle heating and prevent surface cracks.
- Honey Selection Matters: Choose high-quality, pure honey for a more pronounced and authentic flavor profile in the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 50 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg