MAPLE CHEESECAKE WITH MAPLE-CRANBERRY COMPOTE

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Maple Cheesecake with Maple-Cranberry Compote image

Provided by Abigail Johnson Dodge

Categories     Cake     Mixer     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Cream Cheese     Cranberry     Winter     Christmas Eve     Sour Cream     Maple Syrup     Butter     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Reduced maple syrup:
1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup (preferably grade A dark amber)
Crust:
2 cups ground graham crackers (about 17 whole crackers ground in processor)
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon (scant) ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup maple sugar or (packed) golden brown sugar
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup reduced maple syrup (see above)
2/3 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs
Maple-Cranberry Compote
Special equipment:
Heavy-duty stand mixer
9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides

Steps:

  • For reduced maple syrup:
  • Boil maple syrup in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat until reduced to 1 cup, stirring occasionally and watching closely to avoid boiling over (syrup will bubble up to top of pan), about 5 minutes. Remove reduced maple syrup from heat and let cool to slightly warm or room temperature.
  • For crust:
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 375°F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon in medium bowl. Add melted butter and stir until crumbs are evenly moistened. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and 2 inches up sides of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Bake crust until set and top edge of crust darkens slightly, about 10 minutes. Cool crust completely on rack. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F.
  • For filling:
  • Beat cream cheese in large bowl of heavy-duty mixer fitted with paddle attachment until very smooth. Add maple sugar, flour, and salt; beat until well blended and smooth. Add 1 cup reduced maple syrup, sour cream, and vanilla; beat until well blended. Add eggs, 2 at a time, and beat just until blended after each addition. Tap bowl several times on counter to release any air bubbles. Pour filling into cooled crust. Using tip of small knife, pop any air bubbles on surface.
  • Bake cake until slightly puffed around edges (center will still look moist and will move slightly when pan is gently shaken), about 1 hour 30 minutes. Transfer cake to rack and cool completely. Cover and chill overnight. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Cut cheesecake into wedges. Divide among plates. Serve with warm Maple- Cranberry Compote alongside.

roknujjaman khan
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good dessert. The maple flavor was rich and the cranberry compote was a nice touch.


Muhammad Saidi
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the maple flavor and the cranberry compote was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Lesego Precious
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This cheesecake was delicious! The maple flavor was subtle and the cranberry compote added a nice tartness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Z A
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I love maple and cranberry flavors, so I was excited to try this cheesecake. It did not disappoint! The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the cranberry compote was the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Whitney Anunga
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This cheesecake was amazing! The maple flavor was rich and decadent, and the cranberry compote added a perfect tartness. I would definitely make this again.


Anas Maxamed
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This cheesecake was a disappointment. The maple flavor was weak and the cranberry compote was too tart. I would not recommend this recipe.


Mozan khan
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I'm not a baker, but this cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! The maple flavor was delicious and the cranberry compote was a nice touch.


Jalal Ahmed
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cranberry compote helped to balance it out. Overall, it was a good dessert.


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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The maple flavor was rich and creamy, and the cranberry compote added a nice tartness. I will definitely be making this again.


ATRSlays Music (ATRSlays)
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This was the best cheesecake I've ever had! The maple flavor was divine and the cranberry compote was the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Gamer Z5
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The maple flavor was subtle and the cranberry compote was the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Sabiou Ali
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I'm not usually a fan of cheesecake, but this one changed my mind. The maple and cranberry flavors were a perfect combination, and the crust was perfectly crumbly.


FF Loveer
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This cheesecake was a hit at my holiday party! The maple flavor was rich and decadent, and the cranberry compote added a tart and tangy balance. I will definitely be making this again.