Maple Cheesecake with Roasted Pears

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Maple Cheesecake with Roasted Pears
45 min.
8
416kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Maple Cheesecake with Roasted Pears, a dessert that promises to impress both your taste buds and your guests. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of rich, creamy textures and the natural sweetness of maple syrup and pears. Perfect for any occasion, this cheesecake is a showstopper that can be prepared in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike.

The creamy filling, made with luscious cream cheese and whipped heavy cream, is perfectly balanced by the deep, caramelized notes of roasted pears. Each slice of this cheesecake is a harmonious blend of flavors, with the maple syrup adding a touch of warmth and sweetness that elevates the entire dessert. The easy press-in pie crust, crafted from vanilla wafers, provides a delightful crunch that complements the smooth filling.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to a well-deserved dessert, this Maple Cheesecake with Roasted Pears is sure to be a hit. Serve it chilled, topped with beautifully arranged pear slices, and watch as your guests savor every bite. Get ready to create a memorable dessert experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 0.8 cup maple syrup pure
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • 9-inch vanilla wafers with vanilla wafers
  • stick pam original flavor shopping list 
  • medium pears such as bosc or bartlett, sliced lengthwise ⅛ inch thick

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • broiler
  • spatula

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese on high until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add 1/2 cup maple syrup; beat until smooth. In a medium bowl, beat cream and sugar on high until soft peaks form, about 3 minutes. With a rubber spatula, stir about one-third the whipped cream into cream cheese mixture, then fold in remainder.
  3. Transfer to crust and refrigerate until firm, 3 hours (or up to 1 day).
  4. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Coat a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange pear slices in a single layer on sheet and brush with 2 tablespoons maple syrup. Roast until pears are soft, 20 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven and heat broiler.
  6. Brush pears with 2 tablespoons maple syrup and broil until browned in spots, about 4 minutes, rotating sheet frequently.
  7. Let cool. To serve, arrange pear slices, overlapping slightly, on cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories416kcal
Protein4.24%
Fat64.49%
Carbs31.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.16
Glycemic Load
10.32
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.7060869776684%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.92mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
1.67mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
0.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:415.82kcal
20.79%
Fat:30.43g
46.81%
Saturated Fat:18.33g
114.54%
Carbohydrates:33.19g
11.06%
Net Carbohydrates:31.81g
11.57%
Sugar:27.42g
30.47%
Cholesterol:90.88mg
30.29%
Sodium:189.85mg
8.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.5g
8.99%
Manganese:0.72mg
36.11%
Vitamin B2:0.58mg
34.23%
Vitamin A:1209.92IU
24.2%
Calcium:111.56mg
11.16%
Phosphorus:83.32mg
8.33%
Selenium:5.83µg
8.32%
Potassium:222.79mg
6.37%
Fiber:1.38g
5.53%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.43%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.21%
Magnesium:16.64mg
4.16%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.07%
Vitamin K:4.1µg
3.91%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.99%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.87%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.75%
Vitamin C:2.09mg
2.54%
Copper:0.05mg
2.51%
Folate:9.52µg
2.38%
Iron:0.21mg
1.15%
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