Indulge in a dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the tangy sweetness of currant jam, all layered with a fluffy fruit jelly meringue and nestled between a crispy cocoa crumble and a buttery crust. This Ultimate Layered Cheesecake Delight is a creative culinary masterpiece, offering a unique blend of textures and flavors that will captivate your taste buds.
Why You’ll Love This:
This dessert is a celebration of contrasts, perfectly balancing the smoothness of cheesecake with the crunch of cocoa crumble and the lightness of fruit jelly meringue. It’s a visually appealing and deliciously indulgent treat, ideal for those who appreciate a dessert that’s as impressive to look at as it is to eat.
Perfect Occasion:
Perfect for any occasion, this cheesecake pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea for an afternoon treat, or as an elegant dessert at any gathering. It’s sure to impress and become a favorite among your guests.
Decoration Tips:
Enhance the dessert with a garnish of fresh berries or a drizzle of fruit syrup to complement the jelly meringue. A dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa powder adds an elegant finish, while mint leaves provide a fresh color contrast.
Crust and Crumble Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 200g chilled butter
- 70-80g sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Additional:
- 5 tablespoons currant jam
Cheesecake Filling:
- 1kg cheesecake cheese
- 1/3 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 vanilla pudding mix
Meringue:
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 strawberry jelly mix
Instructions:
- Mix crust ingredients (except cocoa) to form a dough. Divide into three, adding cocoa to the medium portion. Freeze the cocoa dough and the smallest portion.
- Roll out the largest dough piece for the base, bake at 180°C (356°F) for 15 minutes. Spread with jam after baking.
- Mix cheesecake filling ingredients, pour over the base. Grate frozen cocoa dough on top.
- Whip egg whites and sugar, add jelly mix, spread over the cocoa layer. Grate the remaining frozen dough on top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until set.
Enjoy this indulgent and visually stunning dessert, perfect for making any occasion special.
