PRALINE SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE
Wonderful for autumn and winter holidays, this sweet potato cheesecake has a smooth, creamy texture and a delightful pecan topping. -Henrietta Gilbert, Simmesport, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter; press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 10-13 minutes, turning once., Place springform pan on a wire rack. Reduce oven temperature to 325°. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and mash; set aside., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in whipping cream, sour cream and mashed sweet potatoes. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Place springform pan in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° until center is just set and top appears dull, 65-75 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., For topping, in a small heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil over high heat; stir in whipping cream. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans., Spoon topping over cheesecake to within 1/2 in. of edge. Cool; refrigerate overnight. Remove side of pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 42g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as good as I hoped. It was still edible, but it wasn't as creamy or flavorful as I expected.
Baba Kashif
[email protected]This cheesecake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Clin'niqua Huggins
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one is really good. The praline topping is the perfect touch.
Modhu Roy
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.
Segawole Godfrey
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet potatoes and pralines in this cheesecake. It's a unique and delicious flavor.
Sardar Maaz
[email protected]This cheesecake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion.
Jameisha
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as good as I hoped. It was still edible, but it wasn't as creamy or flavorful as I expected.
Billy Ochieng
[email protected]This cheesecake is definitely a labor of love, but it's worth it! It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Mary Kamara
[email protected]I had some trouble finding pralines, but I was able to make do with some chopped pecans and brown sugar.
Joni McElray
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.
Kendra
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out perfectly. It was so creamy and delicious!
Sahin Ahmed Rony
[email protected]This is the best cheesecake I've ever had! The praline topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Benda Vybz
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sweet potato desserts, but this cheesecake changed my mind. The sweet potato flavor is subtle and it pairs really well with the cheesecake filling.
Jessa
[email protected]This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a stunning and delicious dessert that will impress your guests.
Micayla Daniels
[email protected]The praline topping is what really makes this cheesecake special. It's so rich and decadent, and it pairs perfectly with the sweet potato filling.
Siphesihle Sibisi
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the creamy texture.
Brenda Hawkins
[email protected]This praline sweet potato cheesecake is a real showstopper! The combination of sweet potatoes, pralines, and cheesecake is simply divine.