Roquefort Cheesecake with Pear Preserves and Pecans

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Roquefort Cheesecake with Pear Preserves and Pecans
595 min.
15
315kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with a unique dessert that blends rich flavors and captivating textures, look no further than this Roquefort Cheesecake with Pear Preserves and Pecans. Imagine a creamy cheesecake, infused with the distinct taste of Roquefort cheese, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of pear preserves and the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. This vegetarian dish stands out not only for its taste but also for its visual appeal, making it an excellent centerpiece for any gathering.

This delectable cheesecake is surprisingly easy to prepare, requiring a bit of patience as it chills to perfection. The combination of cream cheese and Roquefort creates a luxurious filling that is both savory and slightly tangy, while fresh chives and parsley elevate the flavor profile with their herbal notes. Serve this luscious cheesecake alongside an array of crackers, seedless red grapes, and assorted vegetables for a sophisticated touch that your guests will adore.

Whether it’s a festive celebration or a casual dinner party, this Roquefort Cheesecake is bound to be a conversation starter, intriguing both cheese lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. With its impressive presentation and delightful taste, it offers a unique twist on traditional cheesecake, ensuring that your dessert table remains unforgettable.

Ingredients

  • 15 servings round buttery crackers red seedless assorted
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons chives fresh chopped
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  • 11.5 oz pear preserves 
  • oz roquefort cheese chopped
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 0.5 cup walnut halves 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through. Reduce oven temperature to 32
  3. Beat cream cheese and next 4 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until blended.
  4. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until yellow disappears after each addition; fold in flour. Spoon cheese mixture into a lightly greased 7-inch springform pan.
  5. Bake at 325 for 1 hour or until set. Run a knife around outer edge of cheesecake to loosen from sides of pan.
  6. Let cool in pan on a wire rack 30 minutes. Cover and chill 8 hours.
  7. Remove sides of pan.
  8. Transfer cheesecake to a platter, and spoon preserves over top; sprinkle with pecans.
  9. Serve with crackers, red grapes, and assorted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories315kcal
Protein9.51%
Fat54.37%
Carbs36.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.58
Glycemic Load
12.08
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.1760869803636%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.55mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.82mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.57mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:315.03kcal
15.75%
Fat:19.95g
30.69%
Saturated Fat:10.32g
64.49%
Carbohydrates:29.82g
9.94%
Net Carbohydrates:27.7g
10.07%
Sugar:23.19g
25.76%
Cholesterol:73.47mg
24.49%
Sodium:383.31mg
16.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.85g
15.69%
Vitamin K:25.46µg
24.24%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.05%
Calcium:160.17mg
16.02%
Vitamin A:777.43IU
15.55%
Phosphorus:153.42mg
15.34%
Copper:0.26mg
12.95%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.62%
Selenium:7.8µg
11.15%
Potassium:359.26mg
10.26%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.35%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.56%
Fiber:2.11g
8.46%
Vitamin C:5.67mg
6.88%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.65%
Magnesium:25.85mg
6.46%
Folate:24.24µg
6.06%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.46%
Iron:0.92mg
5.09%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.37%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.98%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.66%
Source:My Recipes