Description
This ube cheesecake recipe features a stunning Violet Marble Swirl, boasting a vibrant purple hue and a velvety smooth texture. It’s an easy, impressive dessert perfect for family dinners or special occasions without stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened (full-fat preferred)
- 1 cup (240g) ube halaya
- 1.5 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 0.5 cup (113g) melted butter
- 0.75 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, fresh
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
- few drops purple food coloring, optional
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs and 0.5 cup melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden and firm. Cool completely.
- Make Filling: Beat softened cream cheese and 0.75 cup sugar until smooth. Incorporate 2 large eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract, then fold in 1 cup ube halaya until just combined and evenly colored.
- Create Swirl: Pour most of the filling into the crust. Mix a few drops of purple food coloring into remaining batter for a darker hue. Dollop darker batter, then swirl gently with a knife for a stunning marble pattern.
- Bake Cheesecake: Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 60-70 minutes. Edges will appear set, but the center will still jiggle slightly.
- Chill Cheesecake: Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set and firm. This ensures neat slices.
Notes
For a no-bake option, skip baking the crust and chill the filling longer. For a healthier approach, use reduced-fat cream cheese or a sugar substitute. Ensure you use fresh, quality ingredients for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 74 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100 g)
- Calories: 400 calories
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: easy dessert, ube, cheesecake, marble swirl, purple, family-friendly, baking, no-bake option, special occasion