Apricot Farmers Cheesecake
Apricot Farmers Cheesecake is a baked dessert combining a buttery flour crust, fresh or canned apricots, and a smooth farmers cheese custard with whipped cream folded in. The mixture is layered with halved apricots placed flesh-side down, topped by a rich cheese filling, then baked until firm and golden. This cake balances the mild tang of farmers cheese with the natural sweetness of apricots, creating a moist and tender texture. It makes a delightful treat that showcases seasonal fruit in a rustic style cheesecake dish.
Ingredients
- 6 egg
- 11 tbsp butter unsalted
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 8 apricots fresh or canned
- 3 cups farmers cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup potato starch
Instructions
- Pull the butter out of the fridge and let it soften at room temperature.
- Using a fork, combine the butter with 1/3 cup sugar. Whisk in three eggs.
- Add the flour and baking powder into the mixture and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
- Grab an 11-inch wide baking dish. Place the dough in the center. Using your fingers, work the dough to cover the inside of the baking dish, creating a deep dish crust.
- Cut the apricots in half and place them flesh side down at the bottom of the dish.
- Whisk 3 eggs until smooth. Add farmers cheese and potato starch into the beaten eggs. Whisk or beat with a mixer until the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the heavy whipping cream with 1/2 cup sugar until you get stiff peaks. Fold the whipped cream into the farmers cheese mixture.
- Spread the cheese mixture over the top of the apricots.
- Bake at 350°F for 60-75 minutes. Test doneness by touching the center. It should be on the firm side. Let the cake cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 430
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 430kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 280mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 1170IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 73mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.