Cheesecake with Nougat

Cheesecake with Nougat

tCheesecake with nougat is a delightful combination of rich, creamy cheesecake and the sweet, nutty flavor of nougat. The velvety texture of the cheesecake provides a perfect canvas for the chewy and crunchy elements of nougat, creating a symphony of taste and texture in every bite.

🔸Ingredients🔸

For the base:

• 200 g of crushed Maria or Digestive cookies
• 100 g of melted unsalted butter

For the filling:

• 500 g of cream cheese at room temperature
• 150 g of white sugar
• 200 ml of whipping cream (milk cream)
• 3 large eggs
• 300 g of crumbled Jijona nougat (soft nougat)
• 100 g of chocolate chips or pieces of nougat to add texture

For decoration:

• 200 ml of whipping cream, already whipped
• 50 g of crumbled Jijona nougat
• Chocolate chips to taste

🔸Instructions🔸

1. Base:
   • Mix the crushed cookies with the melted butter.
   • Press into the base of a removable mold and refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
2. Filling:
   • Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
   • Beat the cream cheese with the sugar until you obtain a smooth mixture.
   • Add the cream and mix well.
   • Add the eggs one by one, beating gently after each addition.
   • Add the crumbled Jijona nougat and chocolate chips. Mix with enveloping movements.
   • Pour this mixture over the cookie base.
3. Baking:
   • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is almost set.
   • Turn off the oven, open the door a crack and let the cake cool inside to prevent it from cracking.
4. Cooling:
   • Once cool, refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Decoration:
   • Before serving, decorate with whipped cream, crumbled nougat and chocolate chips to taste.
6. Serve:
   • Carefully unmold, cut into portions and enjoy. This cheesecake with nougat combines the creaminess of cheese with the unique and sweet flavor of nougat, making it a delicious and spectacular dessert, perfect for the holidays or as a special treat.