Ingredients and Weight:
- 240g mascarpone cheese
- 120g cream cheese
- 60g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 8 small cupcake cases or molds for individual cheesecakes
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine mascarpone, cream cheese, and sugar. Mix well until smooth.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Add lemon zest and juice and mix well.
- Sift in flour and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into the cupcake cases or molds.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per individual cheesecake)
Calories: ~300 kcal (depending on exact ingredients used)
Fat: ~24g
Carbohydrates: ~28g
Protein: ~5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Mini size, perfect for a personal dessert or small gathering.
- Smooth and creamy cheese mixture with a hint of lemon flavor.
- Delicate and moist texture.
User Comments:
- "These mini cheesecakes were so creamy and delicious! The lemon flavor was a great complement to the cheese."
- "I loved the balance of flavors between the mascarpone and lemon. The texture was perfect as well."
- "These were such a hit at my party! Everyone loved the mini size and the lemon flavor was refreshing."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- When mixing the cheese mixture, make sure to mix well but do not overmix to avoid a tough texture.
- These cheesecakes are best served chilled, so consider refrigerating for about an hour before serving for best results.
