How to Make Durian Puree Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Durian is a tropical fruit known for its strong, distinctive aroma and creamy, custard-like texture. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of fruit, but for those who are fans of durian, there's nothing quite like it. One delightful way to enjoy durian is in a creamy, luscious cheesecake. This Durian Puree Cheesecake recipe combines the rich, velvety texture of cheesecake with the unique flavor of durian, resulting in a dessert that is sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 7 fluid ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • ¼ cup puréed fresh durian
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon durian or banana extract
  • 1 (9-inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C).
  • If not using canned or frozen durian purée, cut into husk of durian fruit and remove one segment of pulpy inner flesh. Place in a bowl and use a fork to mash flesh. Reserve 1/4 cup.
  • Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add condensed milk and continue beating until smooth. Beat in puréed durian, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and durian or banana extract. Pour batter into prepared graham cracker crust.
  • Bake 1 hour or until filling is set and edges are lightly browned. Serve warm or chill overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Nutrition

    448 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 111mg
    • Sodium: 344mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 158mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 269mg