How long can I store leftovers?

You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, it's better when made a day ahead and chilled overnight.

Can I substitute cassava with another ingredient?

Grated zucchini or cooked sweet potato can be a substitute, but will alter the flavor and texture.

What if I can't find fresh passionfruit?

Use frozen passionfruit pulp, available in many stores.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Substitute gluten-free cookies for the base to make it gluten-free.

Creamy Brazilian Cassava Cheesecake with Passionfruit Sauce

Name: Creamy Brazilian Cassava Cheesecake with Passionfruit Sauce
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Crushed Maria cookies; Unsalted butter, melted; Grated cooked cassava; Cream cheese, softened; Sweetened condensed milk; Granulated sugar; Vanilla extract; Large eggs; Passionfruit pulp; Water; Sugar; Cornstarch

A tropical twist on the classic cheesecake

Dive into this luscious Brazilian-inspired cheesecake that combines the unique texture of cassava with a tangy passionfruit sauce.

1 h 45 min
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Base

Crushed Maria cookies

1 cup

Unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup

For the Cheesecake Filling

Grated cooked cassava

1 1/2 cups

Cream cheese, softened

2 cups

Sweetened condensed milk

1 cup

Granulated sugar

1/2 cup

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Large eggs

For the Passionfruit Sauce

Passionfruit pulp

1 cup (about 4 passionfruits)

Water

1/2 cup

Sugar

1/2 cup

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

Preparation

Preparing the Cheesecake Base

Preheat the oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix crust

Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter until well combined.

Press crust

Press into a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.

Preparing the Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.

Add milk and sugar

Add sweetened condensed milk, sugar, and vanilla, mixing until creamy.

Incorporate eggs and cassava

Beat in eggs one at a time, then fold in the cassava.

Ensure the cassava is thoroughly cooked before grating. Chill the cheesecake overnight for the best texture.

Cooking Process

Baking the Cheesecake

Pour filling over the prepared crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes until set. Let cool completely.

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-55 minutes.

Making the Sauce

Combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thickened.

Cook over medium heat.

Final Assembly

Pour cooled sauce over the cheesecake before serving.

Plating & Serving