POPPY SEED CITRUS CHEESECAKE

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When I have time to spend in the kitchen, I like making desserts that are sure to please. This cheesecake fills the bill. The citrus glaze is a perfect topping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 12 squares)
3/4 cup ground almonds
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 large eggs, beaten
GLAZE:
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs, almonds and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add cream, orange juice, flour, poppy seeds and orange zest; mix until well blended. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Return pan to baking sheet., Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool 1 hour longer., In a small saucepan, whisk eggs until foamy. Whisk in remaining glaze ingredients; cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches 160° and is smooth and thickened. Refrigerate cheesecake and glaze overnight. Remove sides of pan. Serve glaze over cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts :

Dwyane Hadley
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I garnished my cheesecake with fresh berries. It added a nice pop of color and flavor.


Rick Kumar
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This cheesecake is best served chilled. I like to let it chill for at least 4 hours before serving.


Shakir Nizam
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I would recommend using a springform pan for this cheesecake. It makes it much easier to remove the cheesecake from the pan.


Ms Gazi
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are amazing!


Monowar Hossen
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The citrus filling is perfectly balanced. It's not too tart or too sweet.


Hira Parajuli
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I love the poppy seed crust on this cheesecake. It adds a nice crunch and flavor.


Godswill Ufere
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This cheesecake is a keeper! It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart.


Margarida Azevedo
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


Subash Dhakal Yatri (Yatri)
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The crust was crispy and the filling was light and fluffy. I loved the citrus flavor.


Adoyi Peter
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I've never been a fan of poppy seeds, but this cheesecake changed my mind. The crust was so flavorful and the filling was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again.


Dilshad Palari
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This cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! The poppy seed crust was a unique and delicious twist, and the citrus filling was perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.