Heavenly Strawberry Walnut Cheesecake with Fruit Compote

Ingredients

For the Date & Walnut Base:

• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• 1/2 tsp salt

For the Strawberry Filling:

• 24 ounces (three containers) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed

For the Fruit Compote Topping:

• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

Instructions

Prepare the Date & Walnut Base:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a food processor, blend dates and walnuts until finely ground.
3. Add almond flour, melted coconut oil, and salt. Blend until thoroughly combined.
4. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
5. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.

Make the Strawberry Filling:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
2. Mix in the vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until fully incorporated.
3. Fold in the strawberry puree gently until evenly distributed.
4. Pour the filling over the cooled base.

Bake the Cheesecake:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned.
3. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set completely.

Prepare the Fruit Compote Topping:

1. In a small saucepan, combine mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the berries release their juices and the mixture starts to boil.
2. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water. Add this mixture to the saucepan and stir well.
3. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the compote thickens.
4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Assemble the Cheesecake:

1. Once the cheesecake has set, carefully remove it from the springform pan.
2. Spoon the cooled fruit compote over the top of the cheesecake, spreading it evenly.
3. Slice, serve, and enjoy!