The Spice of Paradise Cheesecake

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Ingredients:
- 10 oz Cayenne Pepper & Dark Chocolate Cookies
- 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
- 2 containers (16 oz each) of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 can (15 oz) Peach Slices, drained
- 1 cup Mango Chunks
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a food processor, pulse the Cayenne Pepper & Dark Chocolate Cookies until finely ground. Add melted butter and pulse again until well combined.
- Press the mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan, creating an even crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour, beating on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the filling mixture over the cookie crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Turn off the oven, open the oven door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to set completely.
- Before serving, prepare the Peach & Mango topping by blending the drained peach slices, mango chunks, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread the Peach & Mango topping over the chilled cheesecake.
- Store the cheesecake in the refrigerator until ready to serve.