Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake
90 min.
12
504kcal
100%sweetness
65.19%saltiness
83%sourness
41.74%bitterness
7.18%savoriness
89.04%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake is a delicious and unique dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and cardamom. The addition of cream cheese and ricotta cheese gives it a creamy texture and a tangy twist. This cheesecake is perfect for those who are looking for an eggless dessert option without compromising on taste and indulgence.

The recipe is straightforward and easy to follow, making it accessible to both beginner and experienced bakers. The combination of a crisp base and a creamy, chocolatey filling is simply irresistible. The cheesecake is then baked to perfection, resulting in a dessert that's sure to impress.

What sets this cheesecake apart is the subtle hint of cardamom, which adds a delightful warmth and complexity to the dessert. The aroma and flavor of cardamom elevate the chocolate experience, creating a sophisticated and indulgent treat. This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a dinner party, a birthday celebration, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy with your family and friends.

So, if you're looking for an eggless dessert that's both elegant and delicious, this Eggless Cardamom and Chocolate Cheesecake is the perfect choice. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a decadent dessert experience with this unique and flavorful cheesecake.

Ingredients

  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 cup butter at room temperature
  • 0.5 tsp cardamom 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder sifted
  • tbsp cornstarch 
  • 500 cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1.3 cups double cream 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • cup flour plain
  • 500 ricotta cheese 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • 1.5 tsps vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven

Directions

  1. Combine the flour mixture with the butter mixture quickly with cold hands or a fork.Press the mixture into a greased 10 inch springform tin.Method for the filling:Beat together all of the ingredients excluding the cocoa powder and ground cardamom until it has thickened. Kurma suggests not to overmix this.
  2. Place half of the mixture into a separate bowl and add the cocoa powder and cardamom powder.
  3. Combine thoroughly.
  4. Place the white layer of filling over the uncooked base and finally the chocolate filling over the white layer.
  5. Bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 1 hours until set (I left mine for 1 hour because my fan oven cooks things a little quicker).Allow to cool and refrigerate for day. You will just have to resist the temptation of diving right in!

Nutrition Facts

Calories504kcal
Protein7.44%
Fat58.55%
Carbs34.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.68
Glycemic Load
27.18
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.1765217391304%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.55mg
Epicatechin
4.69mg
Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
0.98mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
65.19%
Sourness:
83%
Bitterness:
41.74%
Savoriness:
7.18%
Fattiness:
89.04%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:503.74kcal
25.19%
Fat:33.67g
51.8%
Saturated Fat:20.6g
128.74%
Carbohydrates:44.01g
14.67%
Net Carbohydrates:42.79g
15.56%
Sugar:31.87g
35.41%
Cholesterol:103.38mg
34.46%
Sodium:245.2mg
10.66%
Caffeine:5.49mg
1.83%
Protein:9.62g
19.25%
Vitamin A:1252.32IU
25.05%
Selenium:14.54µg
20.77%
Calcium:173.49mg
17.35%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.22%
Phosphorus:164.88mg
16.49%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.85%
Folate:31.13µg
7.78%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.07%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.72%
Copper:0.13mg
6.44%
Magnesium:25.27mg
6.32%
Iron:1.12mg
6.25%
Potassium:181.8mg
5.19%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.17%
Fiber:1.22g
4.86%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.73%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.6%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.88%
Vitamin C:2.8mg
3.39%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.38%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.07%
Vitamin K:2.6µg
2.48%
Source:Foodista