Acai Berry Base Cheesecake with Strawberry Filling and Macadamia Nut Topping

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Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 2 cups of frozen acai berries
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 3 eggs
• 2 containers of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese (16 oz)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
• 1 cup of strawberry jam
• 1/2 cup of chopped macadamia nuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.
3. In a blender or food processor, puree the acai berries and 1/2 cup of sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, and blend until combined.
4. In a mixing bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until creamy. Add the acai berry mixture, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Beat until well combined.
5. Pour the cheesecake filling onto the cooled crust. Bake for 45 minutes or until the center is set.
6. Remove cheesecake from oven and let it cool down.
7. Microwave the strawberry jam for 30 seconds or until melted. Pour it over the cheesecake and spread it evenly. Sprinkle chopped macadamia nuts on top of the strawberry jam.
8. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.