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Malva Pudding Cheesecake

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Malva Pudding Cheesecake combines the rich, spongy texture of South Africa’s traditional malva pudding with a creamy cheesecake layer, resulting in a decadent dessert that’s both comforting and indulgent. #MalvaPuddingCheesecake #SouthAfricanDessert #CheesecakeFusion #DecadentDesserts

Ingredients

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  • Malva Pudding Layer:
    • 1½ cups (300g) white sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 3 teaspoons apricot jam
    • ½ cup milk
    • ¼ cup (56g) butter, melted
    • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
    • 1 cup (113g) self-raising flour
    • 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
    • ½ cup cream
  • Cheesecake Layer:
    • 2 tubs (230g each) Président Plain Cream Cheese Thick & Smooth
    • ½ tin (193g) sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 cup cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Malva Pudding Layer: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Grease a 23cm round springform cake tin, line the base with baking paper, and grease well.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy. Add apricot jam, milk, melted butter, and vinegar, stirring until just combined.
  3. Sift in the self-raising flour and bicarbonate of soda, mixing gently until a smooth batter forms.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake for about 20 minutes, or until just cooked but still moist.
  5. While the pudding bakes, prepare the syrup: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup sugar, ½ cup cream, and 2 tablespoons water. Heat in the microwave for 3-4 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the mixture slightly thickens.
  6. Once the pudding is baked, remove it from the oven and carefully poke holes in the top with a skewer. Pour the hot syrup over the pudding, allowing it to soak in while the pudding cools completely at room temperature.
  7. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
  8. In a separate bowl, whip the cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated.
  9. Once the malva pudding has cooled, carefully pour the cheesecake mixture over the pudding layer, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
  10. Refrigerate the assembled dessert overnight to allow it to set.
  11. Before serving, carefully remove the dessert from the springform tin. Garnish with fresh strawberries and mint leaves, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother cheesecake layer.
  • For a firmer cheesecake layer, consider adding a stabilizer like gelatin to the mixture.
  • Allowing the dessert to set overnight ensures the layers meld together beautifully.
  • For added flavor, drizzle with caramel sauce or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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