Making chocolate cheesecake with spiced pears and Robiola cheese is easier than you may think. Here is a step-by-step guide to creating this irresistible dessert:
Ingredients:
For the crust:
– 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 5 oz Robiola cheese, softened
For the spiced pears:
– 4 pears, peeled, cored and cut into wedges
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 1/2 tsp ground ginger
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/4 tsp ground cloves
– 1 cup water
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the back of a spoon to smooth out the crust.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
5. While the crust is cooling, make the filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy.
6. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat well after each addition.
7. Add vanilla extract, cocoa powder, sour cream, and Robiola cheese. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
8. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth out the top.
9. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the cheesecake is set and doesn’t jiggle in the center.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack.
11. Once the cheesecake has cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
12. While the cheesecake is chilling, make the spiced pears. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cinnamon stick, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low.
13. Add the pear wedges to the saucepan and let simmer for about 10 minutes or until the pears are tender and the liquid has thickened.
14. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
15. Once the cheesecake and spiced pears have cooled, add the pears to the top of the cheesecake and serve.
This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. The combination of the rich, smooth chocolate cheesecake with the warm, spiced pears and tangy Robiola cheese creates an explosion of flavor in your mouth. The best part is that this recipe is easy to make, so why not surprise your loved ones with this decadent treat? Savor every bite and enjoy the deliciousness!