Delicious and Decadent Mango Cheesecake

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Ritu Nanda (@no1cookingbyritu)

I’m sharing here my foolproof recipe of a scrumptious baked mango cheesecake. A baked cheesecake is irresistibly delicious because of its signature caramelised crust. It becomes even more attractive and a tempting dessert with the fresh Mango Sauce topping. Go ahead, try it for yourself and save and share this...

Delicious and Decadent Mango Cheesecake recipe
Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
1hr 0min
Total Time
1hr 30min

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = one slice)

For the base

  • digestive biscuits
    digestive biscuits
    12
  • melted butter
    melted butter
    2 1/2tbsp

For the filling

  • cream cheese
    cream cheese
    8oz
  • castor sugar
    castor sugar
    1cup
  • large eggs (room temperature)
    large eggs (room temperature)
    3
  • Greek yogurt
    Greek yogurt
    2/3cup
  • vanilla extract or essence
    vanilla extract or essence
    1tsp

For the mango sauce

  • ripe mangoes
    ripe mangoes
    2
  • sugar (only if mangoes aren’t sweet enough)
    sugar (only if mangoes aren’t sweet enough)
    1tsp
  • cornflour (optional, for thickening)
    cornflour (optional, for thickening)
    1tsp
  • green cardamom powder (optional)
    green cardamom powder (optional)
    1/2tsp
  • small knob of salted butter (optional, for shine & taste)
    small knob of salted butter (optional, for shine & taste)
    1

For garnish

  • chopped mango cubes
    chopped mango cubes
    1/2cup
  • any nuts of your choice
    any nuts of your choice
    1/2cup

How to make Delicious and Decadent Mango Cheesecake

Preheat the oven

  1. Step 1

    Preheat to 325°F / 162°C.

Prepare the base

  1. Step 1

    Crush the digestive biscuits and mix with melted butter. Press this mixture evenly into a greased springform pan. Set aside.

    Step 2.1: Crush the digestive biscuits and mix with melted butter

Make the cheesecake filling

  1. Step 1

    In a mixing bowl, cream the cream cheese using a balloon whisk or electric beater until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Add sugar and Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth and lump-free.

  3. Step 3

    Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in the vanilla extract and give a final gentle mix.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the batter over the prepared biscuit base in the greased or lined Springform pan.

    Step 3.1: Pour the batter over the prepared biscuit base in the greased or lined Springform pan
    Step 3.2: Pour the batter over the prepared biscuit base in the greased or lined Springform pan

Bake the cheesecake

  1. Step 1

    Bake for about 1 hour or until the center is just set.

  2. Step 2

    Switch off the oven, open the door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 5–10 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Remove, loosely cover with foil, and let cool completely on a wire rack.

  4. Step 4

    Once cool, cover well and refrigerate for at least 4–5 hours, preferably overnight.

Prepare the mango sauce

  1. Step 1

    Peel and puree the mangoes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour the puree into a small saucepan and cook on low heat.

  3. Step 3

    Add sugar if needed. For a thicker sauce, dissolve cornflour in a little water and stir it in.

  4. Step 4

    Optional: Add cardamom powder and a small knob of butter for shine and extra flavor.

    Step 5.1: Optional: Add cardamom powder and a small knob of butter for shine and extra flavor
  5. Step 5

    Let it cool completely.

Assemble and serve

  1. Step 1

    Once the cheesecake has chilled, run a blunt butter knife along the sides and release it from the springform pan. we don't want to damage the delicious caramelised sides.

    Step 6.1: Once the cheesecake has chilled, run a blunt butter knife along the sides and release it from the springform pan
  2. Step 2

    Place on a serving plate and spread the mango sauce generously over the top.

    Step 6.1: Place on a serving plate and spread the mango sauce generously over the top
  3. Step 3

    Garnish with chopped mangoes or nuts.

    Step 6.1: Garnish with chopped mangoes or nuts
    Step 6.2: Garnish with chopped mangoes or nuts
  4. Step 4

    Slice, serve, and enjoy!

    Step 6.1: Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

222.8kcal (11.14%)

Protein

4.6g (9.28%)

Carbs

17.4g (6.31%)

Sugars

14.9g (29.76%)

Healthy Fat

5.3g

Unhealthy Fat

10.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. Room temperature ingredients ensure a smoother batter with no lumps.

  2. Don’t overmix the batter once eggs are added — it can create cracks.

  3. Cheesecake tastes best the next day — give it time to set well!

  4. Use Alphonso or Kesar mangoes for the most aromatic and flavorful sauce.

  5. To avoid water seeping into the base, you can wrap the outside of the springform pan in foil and use a water bath while baking.

  6. always use springform pan for easy release

FAQS

  1. What type of mangoes should I use for the sauce?

    Use Alphonso or Kesar mangoes for the most aromatic and flavorful sauce.

  2. How can I prevent cracks in my cheesecake?

    Don’t overmix the batter once eggs are added, as it can create cracks.

  3. Why should ingredients be at room temperature?

    Room temperature ingredients ensure a smoother batter with no lumps.

  4. How long should the cheesecake be refrigerated?

    Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4–5 hours, preferably overnight.

  5. Can I make the cheesecake in advance?

    Yes, cheesecake tastes best the next day, so making it in advance is recommended.

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