Vibrant Indian Mango Lassi Cheesecake with Coconut Cream

Name: Vibrant Indian Mango Lassi Cheesecake with Coconut Cream
Prep time: 4 h
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Graham cracker crumbs; Melted unsalted butter; Granulated sugar; Cream cheese; Fresh mango puree; Greek yogurt; Granulated sugar; Vanilla extract; Large eggs; Cornstarch; Coconut cream; Powdered sugar; Coconut extract; Fresh mango slices; Toasted coconut flakes

A Tropical Fusion Dessert

A delightful fusion of creamy mango lassi and velvety cheesecake, topped with luscious coconut cream.

4 h 30 min
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Crust

Graham cracker crumbs

1 ½ cups

Melted unsalted butter

½ cup

Granulated sugar

2 tablespoons

For the Mango Lassi Cheesecake Filling

Cream cheese

16 oz (450 g), softened

Fresh mango puree

1 cup

Greek yogurt

½ cup

Granulated sugar

½ cup

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Large eggs

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

For the Coconut Cream Topping

Coconut cream

1 cup

Powdered sugar

2 tablespoons

Coconut extract

½ teaspoon

For Garnishing

Fresh mango slices

Toasted coconut flakes

Preparation

Preparing the Crust

Preheat the oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Combine ingredients

In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.

Press and bake crust

Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.

Making the Cheesecake Filling

Beat the cream cheese

In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.

Add flavors

Add mango puree, Greek yogurt, sugar, and vanilla extract, blending well.

Incorporate eggs and cornstarch

Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by cornstarch. Pour over cooled crust.

Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracking. Use room temperature ingredients for smoother texture.

Cooking Process

Baking the Cheesecake

Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.

Cooling

Let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour to prevent cracking.

Chilling

Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results.

Plating & Serving