Decadent Stracciatella Cheesecake: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dessert

Indulge in the exquisite blend of textures and flavours of our decadent stracciatella cheesecake. This recipe takes the beloved classic cheesecake and gives it the irresistible charm of stracciatella, with fine chocolate shavings scattered throughout a rich, creamy filling. Nestled on a buttery shortcrust pastry base, each slice of this cheesecake showcases the harmonious combination of creamy fromage blanc and crunchy chocolate, creating a dessert that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Why you'll love this:

• Unique flavor combination: The addition of chocolate shavings gives the cheesecake a delicious texture and a luxurious chocolatey touch that complements the tangy quark filling.
• Creamy and rich texture: Using cream cheese and whipped cream creates a filling that is both light and deliciously creamy.
• Perfect crust: Homemade shortcrust pastry provides a firm, flavorful base that contrasts beautifully with the soft cheesecake filling.

Perfect opportunity: This stracciatella cheesecake is perfect for special occasions, such as birthdays, holiday parties or any other festive gathering. It is also a fantastic choice for holiday desserts or as a great way to end a dinner with friends. Its elegant appearance and delicious taste make it a favorite among guests.

Decorating tips:

• Sprinkle with icing sugar: Before serving, dust the top with icing sugar for a sweet, professional finish.
• Garnish with chocolate shavings: Enhance the chocolate flavor by decorating with chocolate shavings or additional chocolate chips on top.
• Serve with berry compote: For a pop of color and a hint of acidity, serve each slice with a fresh berry compote.

Ingredients:

• Pastry :
  • 75g cold butter
  • 75 g sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 170g flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Filling:
  • 500 g of fromage blanc
  • 100 g sugar
  • 30 g cornstarch
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 2 egg whites
  • 200 ml whipped cream
  • 100 g chocolate chips

1. Prepare the shortcrust pastry:
   • In a bowl, knead the cold butter, sugar, egg, flour and baking powder until smooth. Press the dough into the bottom of a 26cm springform pan, making sure it is evenly distributed. Prick the surface with a fork and place in the fridge to chill.
2. Prepare the filling:
   • In a separate bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, sugar, cornstarch and egg yolks until smooth.
   • In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the cream cheese mixture.
   • In a third bowl, beat the whipping cream until stiff and fold it into the cream cheese mixture as well.
   • Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed and pour the filling over the cooled shortcrust pastry in the springform pan.
3. Bake the cheesecake:
   • Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) fan-assisted. Bake the cheesecake for about 50 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned on top.

4. Let cool and serve:
   • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, remove from the pan and dust with icing sugar before serving.

Enjoy this decadent stracciatella cheesecake, a truly special dessert that combines classic elegance with a delicious twist, sure to impress and satisfy any dessert lover!