Brazilian Açai Mojito Cheesecake with Coconut Lime Crust

Name: Brazilian Açai Mojito Cheesecake with Coconut Lime Crust
Prep time: 5 h
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Graham crackers; Shredded coconut, toasted; Lime zest; Unsalted butter, melted; Cream cheese, softened; Granulated sugar; Açai puree; Lime juice and zest; Eggs; White rum; Mint extract; Whipping cream; Powdered sugar; Lime slices and mint leaves

A Tropical Twist on a Classic Delight

This refreshing cheesecake combines the vibrant flavors of a Brazilian açai mojito with a tropical coconut lime crust for an exotic dessert treat.

5 h 30 min
10
Intermediate

Ingredients

Coconut Lime Crust

Graham crackers

200g (about 2 cups)

Shredded coconut, toasted

75g (1 cup)

Lime zest

Zest of 2 limes

Unsalted butter, melted

100g (7 tbsp)

Açai Mojito Cheesecake Filling

Cream cheese, softened

600g

Granulated sugar

200g (1 cup)

Açai puree

120ml (1/2 cup)

Lime juice and zest

Juice and zest of 2 limes

Eggs

3 large

White rum

60ml (1/4 cup)

Mint extract

1 tsp

Decorative Topping

Whipping cream

200ml (3/4 cup)

Powdered sugar

2 tbsp

Lime slices and mint leaves

For garnish

Preparation

Creating the Coconut Lime Crust

Preheat oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Blend ingredients

Blend the graham crackers until fine, then mix in toasted coconut and lime zest.

Form the crust

Combine with melted butter and press into a 9-inch springform pan.

Preparing the Açai Mojito Filling

Beat cream cheese and sugar

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

For a smoother consistency, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.

Incorporate flavors

Gradually add açai puree, lime juice, zest, rum, and mint extract, mixing thoroughly.

Add eggs

Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring the mixture is smooth and even.

Cooking Process

Bake the crust

Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then allow it to cool.

Let the crust cool slowly to avoid cracking.

Pour and smooth

Pour filling over the crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula.

Final chill

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set fully.

Plating & Serving