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Sweet Potato Cheesecake

This delightful Sweet Potato Cheesecake combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, creating a unique dessert that is perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
For the Filling
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes cooked and mashed
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
For the Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream for serving
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon for dusting

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well blended.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the sugar and beat until well combined.
  3. Add the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Pour the filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
  3. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
  4. Remove from the oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve
  1. Once chilled, carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
  2. Top with whipped cream and dust with cinnamon before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15g

Notes

For best results, use freshly cooked sweet potatoes. You can also add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the cheesecake.

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