Amaretto Mousse Cheesecake
Amaretto is an Italian liqueur with a sweet almond flavor, which adds a unique twist to this classic cheesecake.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 190 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 package Cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Amaretto liqueur
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoon Water
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds, toasted
- 0.5 cup Whipped cream, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, amaretto liqueur, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Dissolve gelatin powder in water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Microwave for 10 seconds to melt the gelatin.
- Fold the whipped cream and melted gelatin into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Once set, remove from the springform pan and garnish with toasted almonds and whipped cream.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28g44%
- Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.