Best 6 Luscious Almond Cheesecake Recipes

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For those with a sweet tooth and a penchant for delectable desserts, the luscious almond cheesecake stands as a testament to culinary indulgence. This classic treat combines the richness of creamy cheese with the nutty flavor of almonds, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the perfect luscious almond cheesecake, ensuring that your next dessert creation leaves a lasting impression on your palate and the memories of those you share it with.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LUSCIOUS ALMOND CHEESECAKE



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I received this recipe along with a set of springform pans from a cousin at my wedding shower 11 years ago. It makes a heavenly cheesecake. My son Tommy has already told me he wants it again for his birthday cake this year. -Brenda Clifford, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 40 wafers)
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, almonds and sugar; stir in the butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of a greased 10-in. springform pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in extracts. Pour into crust. Place on a baking sheet., Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove from the oven; let stand for 5 minutes (leave oven on). Combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla. Spoon around edge of cheesecake; carefully spread over filling. Bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds and remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LUSCIOUS LEMON BAKED CHEESECAKE



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A simple but very impressive pud, light enough to have a slice to finish a big meal

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield Cuts into 10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 11

225g digestive biscuits
100g butter, melted
250g tub mascarpone
600g soft cheese
2 eggs, plus 2 yolks
zest 3 lemons, juice of 1
4 tbsp plain flour
175g caster sugar
½ a 284ml pot soured cream
3 tbsp lemon curd
handful raspberries, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Line the bottom of a 23cm springform tin with greaseproof paper. Tip the biscuits and melted butter into a food processor, then blitz to make fine crumbs. Press into the tin and chill.
  • Whisk all the other ingredients in a large bowl until completely combined, pour into the tin, then bake for 35-40 mins until the cheesecake has a uniform wobble.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the cake inside until cool. When it is completely cooled, remove from the tin and top with soured cream. Swirl lemon curd over the top and decorate with raspberries, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705 calories, Fat 57 grams fat, SaturatedFat 34 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 25 grams sugar, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 1.08 milligram of sodium

LUSCIOUS ALMOND CHEESECAKE



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This is a recipe from a taste of home "cheese baking contest". I made this today for a family renunion and it was very well received and it was quite wonderful, if i do say so myself. enjoy!

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h20m

Yield 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/4 cups crushed vanilla wafers
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup melted butter
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup toasted sliced, almonds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine wafers, almonds and sugar; add the butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of a ungreased 10 inch springform pan; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add extracts; beat just until blended. Pour into crust. Bake at 350 for 55 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove from the oven; let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Combine sour cream, sugar and vanilla; spread over filling. Return to oven for 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack; chill overnight. Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds and remove sides of pan. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.8, Fat 40.5, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 157.8, Sodium 293.8, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 25.9, Protein 9.9

PHILADELPHIA 3-STEP LUSCIOUS LEMON CHEESECAKE



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Easy as 1-2-3, this is a 10 on the delicious scale. Fresh lemon juice and lemon zest make for one luscious three-step cheesecake.

Provided by Kraft Heinz

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
cup sugar
tsp. lemon zest
Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
tsp. vanilla
eggs
ready-to-use graham cracker crumb crust (6 oz.)

Steps:

  • Beat first 5 ingredients in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs; mix just until blended.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Bake 40 min. or until center is almost set. Cool. Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.

LUSCIOUS LEMON CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Luscious Lemon Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 cup Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press on the bottom of a 9" springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add eggs one at a time and mix until just blended.
  • Stir in zest and juice from lemon.
  • Pour mixture into crust and bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Cool completely, then refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours.
  • Top with Cool Whip and garnish with lemon slices.

MINI ALMOND CHEESECAKES WITH CHERRY FLAVORED FILLED DELIGHTFULLS™



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These clever three-bite cheesecakes have the easiest crust imaginable and are loaded with the blissful flavor pairing of almond, cherry and chocolate.

Provided by Nestle Toll House

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Nestle® Toll House®

Time 1h28m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 8

36 each 2-inch foil baking cups
36 wafers vanilla wafers
1 ½ cups NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Delightfulls Cherry Flavored Morsels, divided
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
⅓ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 large eggs large eggs
½ teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place 36 2-inch foil bake cups on baking sheet(s) with sides. Place one vanilla wafer, flat-side down, on bottom of each cup. Place 4 DelightFulls morsels on top of each wafer. Set aside remaining DelightFulls morsels.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and flour in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs and almond extract; beat well. Spoon or scoop heaping tablespoon of cream cheese mixture into each bake cup.
  • Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until just set and not browned. Remove from oven to wire rack. Let cool 10 minutes. Top each cheesecake with 3 to 4 of remaining DelightFulls morsels. Morsels will soften but will retain shape. Cool completely. Cover and refrigerate. To serve, leave in foil cups or peel away foil and place in paper liners.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 62.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh and flavorful ingredients will make your cheesecake taste its best.
  • Follow the recipe carefully. Cheesecake is a delicate dessert, and it's important to follow the recipe exactly in order to get the best results.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cheesecake tough and dense.
  • Bake the cheesecake at a low temperature. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake before serving. This will allow the cheesecake to set properly and develop its full flavor.

Conclusion:

Luscious almond cheesecake is an elegant and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, rich filling and almond-flavored crust, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests. Follow these tips to make the best almond cheesecake you've ever tasted!

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