Summertime Delight Cheesecake

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Date & Walnut Base

• 1 ½ cups finely ground walnuts
• 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
• 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

Elderflower Filling

• 16 oz Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon elderflower syrup

Orange & Vanilla Topping

• 1 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 orange

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the ground walnuts, chopped dates, and melted butter until well mixed.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while preparing the filling.
5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and sugar until smooth.
6. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
7. Mix in the vanilla extract and elderflower syrup until well combined.
8. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggles.
10. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
11. In the meantime, prepare the topping by mixing together the sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
12. Spread the topping evenly over the slightly cooled cheesecake.
13. Return the cheesecake to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
14. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
15. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.

Enjoy the delightful flavors of this Summertime Delight Cheesecake! Perfect for any occasion, this creamy, tangy, and subtly sweet cheesecake will surely impress.