Chia Delight New York Cheesecake with Truffle Topping

Ingredients

Chia Seeds Base

• 1 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

New York-Style Filling

• 32 oz (4 containers) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Cheesecake Truffle Topping

• 8 oz (1 container) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Chia Seeds Base

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, mix chia seeds, almond flour, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until a thick, sticky mixture forms.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool while preparing the filling.

New York-Style Filling

1. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy.
3. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until well combined.
4. Add the sour cream and mix until smooth.
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
6. Mix in the vanilla extract and sifted flour until just combined.
7. Stir in the heavy cream until smooth.
8. Pour the filling over the cooled chia seeds base and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Bake in the middle rack for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
10. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
11. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Cheesecake Truffle Topping

1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
2. Add the melted chocolate and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy and well combined.
3. Spoon the truffle mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe swirls on top of the refrigerated cheesecake.

Serve and Enjoy

Your Chia Delight New York Cheesecake with Truffle Topping is ready to serve! Slice and enjoy this unique and delicious dessert with friends and family.