Ingredients and Weight:
- White chocolate: 500g
- Macadamia nuts: 200g (chopped)
- Fresh cranberries: 150g
- Cream cheese: 250g
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Butter: 50g (for cooking and greasing the dish)
- Shortbread cookies: 200g (crushed) for base or crust
- Flour: 1/4 cup (for binding)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a bowl, mix the chopped macadamia nuts, cranberries, and crushed shortbread cookies. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese and melted butter until smooth. Add flour and salt (if using) and mix well.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the macadamia-cranberry mixture and press down gently to form a crust.
- In a saucepan, melt the white chocolate with the heavy cream over low heat. Stir until smooth.
- Pour the white chocolate mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Place in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: Approximately 600-700 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Fat: High in fat content due to white chocolate and macadamia nuts.
- Carbohydrates: From chocolate, cream cheese, and shortbread cookies.
- Protein: From macadamia nuts and cream cheese.
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of flavors with a blend of sweet, creamy, and crunchy textures.
- Ideal for those who enjoy rich and sweet desserts with a hint of fruity tang from the cranberries.
- Preserves the natural flavors of each ingredient.
User Comments:
- "This dessert was amazing! The combination of flavors was unique and really worked well together."
- "I loved the texture of the macadamia nuts and cranberries mixed with the creamy white chocolate."
- "The dish was a bit rich, but definitely worth it as a special treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are fresh for best results.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven's calibration. Check periodically to avoid overbaking.
- If desired, you can add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for added flavor contrast.
- This dish is rich in fat and calories, so it's best enjoyed as a special dessert rather than a daily treat.
