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Gulab Jamun Cheesecake

Gulab Jamun Cheesecake: Indulge in a Festive Fusion Delight

Gulab Jamun Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of Indian flavors and creamy cheesecake, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 200 g Digestive Biscuits Can substitute with graham crackers for flavor.
  • 3 tbsp Butter Use a mix of salted and unsalted.
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom Can substitute with cinnamon.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 200 g Gulab Jamun Store-bought or homemade.
  • 200 g Cream Cheese D'lecta brand recommended or plant-based cream cheese for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Condensed Milk Coconut condensed milk for vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Cream Heavy cream preferred.
  • a few strands Saffron Optional but recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can skip if desired.
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tbsp Crushed Pistachios For garnish.
  • 2 tbsp Dried Rose Petals For garnish.
  • a few sheets Edible Silver Leaf For decorative purposes.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • muffin molds
  • Sieve
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare saffron milk by infusing saffron in warm milk for 10 minutes.
  2. Make the biscuit crust by grinding digestive biscuits and cardamom, then mixing with melted butter. Press into muffin liners.
  3. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in saffron milk.
  4. Drain gulab jamuns to remove excess syrup.
  5. Mix cream cheese, condensed milk, and lemon juice until smooth, then fold in whipped saffron cream.
  6. Assemble cheesecakes by spooning filling into crusts and adding a gulab jamun on top.
  7. Bake at 160°C (320°F) in a water bath for 30 minutes. Cool in the oven for 15 minutes.
  8. Chill cheesecakes in the refrigerator for 5-6 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure gulab jamuns are well-drained to prevent soggy filling. Use a water bath during baking for even results. Garnish with toppings before serving.

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