βNougat Cheesecake with Hazelnut Essenceβ
For those who prefer a simpler dessert without the lengthy preparation, this classic cheesecake stands out with its distinct addition of hazelnut flour, hazelnut milk, and hazelnut butter.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 200g ground biscuits or cookies
- 50g chocolate-hazelnut flour (or a mixture of cocoa powder and ground hazelnuts)
- 125g butter, melted
- 80ml hazelnut milk
Instructions for the Crust:
- Mix the ground biscuits, hazelnut flour, melted butter, and hazelnut milk in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into a 20cm diameter cake pan.
- Refrigerate to set.
For the Filling:
- 500g cream cheese (or a similar creamy dairy product)
- 80ml heavy cream
- 100g hazelnut butter
- 100g melted white chocolate
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Cream stabilizer (optional, for a firmer texture)
Instructions for the Filling:
- Whisk the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the remaining ingredients and combine well.
- Pour the mixture over the set crust.
- Return to the refrigerator while preparing the ganache.
For the Ganache:
- 100g white chocolate
- 100ml heavy cream
Instructions for the Ganache:
- Melt the white chocolate with the heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat.
- Let it cool slightly and then pour over the filling.
- Refrigerate for a few hours until set.
Once set, you can decorate the cheesecake as desired.
(Note: Adjust ingredient quantities and preparation techniques based on personal preferences.)