Tropical Mango Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust

Savor the essence of summer with this luscious Tropical Mango Cheesecake, featuring a buttery graham cracker base and a velvety cream cheese filling infused with vibrant mango puree.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 115 g butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon sugar

For the Filling:

• 650 g cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons vanilla instant pudding mix
• 1 ¼ cups cold heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mango puree
• 15 g gelatin powder
• 60 g cold water

For the Mango Topping:

• ½ cup mango puree
• 10 g gelatin powder
• 50 g cold water

Instructions:

1. Crust Preparation:
   • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well-mixed. Press into an 8-inch pan to form the base. Chill in the fridge or freezer to set.
2. Cheesecake Mixture:
   • Soak gelatin powder in water and let it bloom.
   • In a large bowl, whip cream cheese until creamy, then incorporate mango puree, lemon juice, zest, vanilla extract, and pudding mix until smooth.
   • In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
   • Melt the bloomed gelatin and blend into the filling. Pour over the crust, smoothing the top, and chill for a minimum of 4 hours.
3. Mango Glaze:
   • Bloom additional gelatin in water, then melt. Combine with mango puree and spread over the firm cheesecake. Chill again to set the glaze.

Notes:

• Ensure ingredients like cream cheese are at room temperature for a smooth mixture.
• Use full-fat cream cheese for stability and to avoid a runny cheesecake.
• Avoid over-mixing to prevent incorporating too much air, which can cause cracks.
• Allow the cheesecake to set in the fridge for a sufficient time, ideally overnight, for the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.

This Tropical Mango Cheesecake is a creamy delight, perfect for any occasion that calls for a refreshing and elegant dessert. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and smooth, rich texture of this delightful treat.