Smoked Sweet & Buttery Cheesecake

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup grated smoked gouda
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 containers (8 oz each) of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup sweet potato puree
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon bourbon

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, grated smoked gouda, and chopped chives until well combined. Press mixture onto bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes and let cool.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition.
4. Stir in sweet potato puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Pour mixture onto prepared crust. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set.
6. In a saucepan, combine butterscotch chips, heavy cream, and bourbon. Cook over low heat until butterscotch is melted and mixture is smooth.
7. Serve cheesecake with butterscotch topping drizzled over individual slices.