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Middle Eastern Crumble Cheesecake
A tangy and sweet dessert that combines the flavors of the Middle East with a crumbly texture.
⏱60 min🍽8 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup chewy citrus cookiescrushed
- ●8 ounces vegan cream cheesesoftened
- ●1/2 cup cheesecrumbled
- ●1/2 cup granulated sugar
- ●2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ●1 teaspoon middle eastern spice blend
- ●1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ●1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- 2
Prepare the crust by mixing together the crushed cookies, sugar, and flour in a bowl.
- 3
Add the spice blend and lemon zest to the bowl and stir to combine.
- 4
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- 5
Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a separate bowl until smooth.
- 6
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- 7
Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- 9
Let cool completely in the pan before serving.
- 10
Top with crumbled cheese and a sprinkle of sugar before serving.