Greek Cheesecake with Marie Cookies
What does it include?
Ingredients
- 500 grams cream cheese
- 150 grams sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 5 ml vanilla extract
- 200 grams Marie biscuits
- 90 grams melted butter
- 15 ml milk
- lemon zest
How to prepare it step by step?
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Toast the Marie biscuits in a dry frying pan until lightly golden and cool.
- Place the toasted cookies in a springform pan and pour the melted butter over them, ensuring even distribution.
- Beat the cream cheese with the sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the biscuit base and bake for 45 minutes, or until the cake is firm to the touch but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Full description
Indulge in a delightful Greek cheesecake, where the buttery crunch of Marie cookies meets the velvety smoothness of cream cheese. This dessert harmoniously blends Greek and French pastry traditions, offering a rich, creamy texture with a hint of lemon zest. Perfectly balanced flavors of vanilla and a subtle tang from the lemon zest create a sensory experience that's both comforting and sophisticated. Ideal for celebrations or a luxurious treat at home.
