A delicious and creamy cheesecake made with sweet potatoes, perfect for dessert lovers looking for a unique twist on a classic treat.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 75 g butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 450 g cream cheese
- 3 eggs
- 0.5 tsp ginger
- 150 g graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 tsp nutmeg
- 200 g sugar
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
Step 2
Peel and cook the sweet potatoes until tender. Mash them until smooth and set aside to cool.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 23 cm (9-inch) springform pan to form the crust.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 6
Mix in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Step 7
Fold in the mashed sweet potatoes until well combined.
Step 8
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
Step 10
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 11
Serve chilled and enjoy your Sweet Potato Cheesecake!