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Nectarine Honey Cheesecake with Ginger Sour Cream

A creamy cheesecake combining juicy nectarines, honey sweetness, and a hint of ginger sour cream.

Ingredients

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  • 12 Whole Graham Crackers (crushed into fine crumbs)
  • ¼ Cup Honey (3 oz)
  • 5 Tbsp Butter (melted and cooled slightly)
  • 24 oz Plain Cream Cheese
  • ½ Cup Honey (6 oz)
  • 34 Nectarines (about 2 lbs, pitted and cut into chunks)
  • 4 Eggs
  • ½ Cup Sour Cream
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger (peeled and grated)
  • ½ tsp Honey (plus more for dripping if desired)
  • 1 Nectarine (sliced or diced as desired)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Combine the crushed graham crackers, ¼ cup honey, and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Beat the cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
  5. Add in the ½ cup honey and beat until combined.
  6. Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
  7. Fold in the nectarines and sour cream.
  8. Grate the fresh ginger and mix it into the batter.
  9. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 50-60 minutes.
  11. Turn the oven off and crack the door open slightly to cool.
  12. Mix the sour cream, grated ginger, and a touch of honey for the topping.
  13. Serve the cheesecake topped with ginger sour cream and sliced nectarines.

Notes

Cheesecake can be made ahead of time and tastes better after chilling overnight.

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Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, nectarine, ginger, summer dessert