Savoury Cheesecake With Roasted Beetroot (Printable)
Creamy cheesecake meets sweet earthy beetroot in this stunning savory creation
# Ingredient List:
→ Crust
01 - 5.3 oz wholemeal crackers or digestive biscuits
02 - 2.1 oz unsalted butter, melted
03 - 0.5 tsp sea salt
→ Filling
04 - 14 oz cream cheese, room temperature
05 - 7 oz ricotta cheese
06 - 3.5 oz grated mature cheddar or Gruyère cheese
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
11 - 0.5 tsp salt
→ Roasted Beetroot
12 - 3 medium beetroots, peeled and cut into wedges
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
15 - 0.5 tsp sea salt
16 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
17 - Fresh chives, finely chopped
18 - Microgreens or arugula
19 - Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
02 - Process crackers into fine crumbs. Mix in melted butter and 0.5 tsp salt. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
03 - In a large bowl, blend cream cheese, ricotta, and grated cheese until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in thyme, lemon zest, pepper, and salt.
04 - Pour filling over cooled crust. Smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes until center is just set with a slight wobble. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
05 - Toss beetroot wedges with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Spread on roasting tray and bake at 400°F for 30-35 minutes until tender and caramelized. Cool slightly.
06 - Release cheesecake from pan. Top with roasted beetroot wedges. Scatter chives and microgreens over. Drizzle with olive oil. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- A showstopper that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen but comes together with simple techniques
- The unexpected combination of tangy cream cheese with roasted sweet beetroot will make your taste buds light up
02 -
- The overnight chilling step is not optional, it is what transforms the texture from creamy to absolutely luxurious
- Overbaking will cause cracking and a dry texture, so pull it from the oven when that center still has a gentle wobble
03 -
- Run a thin knife around the edge of the pan immediately after removing from the oven to prevent cracking as it cools
- A water bath is not strictly necessary but will give you the silkiest, most professional texture if you want to take it to the next level