WHITE CHOCOLATE & GINGER CHEESECAKE
January 15, 2009 in Uncategorized
At long last, for all those who have asked, Moo’s famous cheesecake recipe.
MOO’S WHITE CHOCOLATE &
GINGER CHEESECAKE
Base:
300g Ginger Nut Biscuits
50g Almonds – toasted
¼ tsp Ground Ginger
110g Unsalted Butter, melted
1. Bash up the biscuits, blend with almonds & ginger until fine crumbs
2. Mix crumbs with melted butter then press into a large springform cake tin (I line the base with baking paper)compress with the back of a spoon to make a level base
3. Place in fridge for 15 minutes while you make the filling
Filling:
300g White Chocolate broken up
250g Cream Cheese
250g Mascarpone Cheese
100ml Greek Yoghurt
100g Castor Sugar
1 Can Condensed Milk
6 Leaves Gelatin (or 6tsp powder gelatin)
100ml Milk
100ml Fresh Cream
Knife tip of vanilla powder
1tsp Ground Ginger
75g Crystallized Ginger – chopped up very finely
Juice of 2 lemons
Zest of 1 Lemon
10ml Vanilla Extract
30ml Limoncello – optional
1. Place chocolate in a bowl and micro for 2 minutes on 20% power, stirring every 40 seconds. Whisk until smooth then leave to cool
2. Place gelatin leaves in plenty cold water and allow to soften –20 min – or sponge the powder gelatin in a bit of cold water
3. Heat milk, cream, vanilla powder & ground ginger to just below boiling point
4. Drain gelatin leaves, squeeze gently to remove water, stir into the hot milk till dissolved then strain the milk & allow to cool a bit (If using powdered gelatin pour hot milk onto the sponged gelatin and stir until all dissolved then strain & cool
5. Beat together cream cheese, sugar, mascarpone cheese, condensed milk and yoghurt
6. Add lemon juice, zest, salt, vanilla & Limoncello – stir until smooth
7. Fold in the melted chocolate & crystallized ginger & beat until smooth
8. Pour filling on top of chilled biscuit base and smooth with a spoon
9. Chill until set then decorate as desired
I use any of these topping methods with whatever fruit is in season:
· fresh raspberries and white chocolate curls
· passion fruit pulp with sugar and gelatin
· kiwi fruit slices glazed with lemon jelly
· slice strawberries thinly, place around edge of cake when set. Pour over cooled raspberry or cherry jelly & allow to set – mirror effect
· Strained boiled Mixed Berry coulis, stir in prepared gelatin to make a jelly, cool then pour over set filling, decorate with raspberries in season
Take out of the fridge about 15min before serving so the texture is creamy rather than too solidly set
Cut with a hot knife for a clean edge
Enjoy………
browniegirl xxx
supagran said on January 15, 2009
It looks devine but terribly fattening!
batoutofhell said on January 15, 2009
It is very wicked of you to post pics like this when I can’t eat cheesecake right now. Bad person, go stand in corner for 10 secs.
BatHugz
canda1 said on January 15, 2009
That looks simply divine…mmmm…!!!!
PinkSalt said on January 15, 2009
Looks yummy
naqiyah said on January 15, 2009
lovely picture!
icandy said on January 15, 2009
I am def going to try this! My last attempt at cheesecake was a disaster, i think i forgot to add something…
NARITHA said on January 15, 2009
Yummy!!!!
Big bear ((((HUGS))))
half-pint said on January 15, 2009
Drooooooool…all over my keyboard
I can also be your small assistant baker.
lol @ Batty.
Hugs
~xx~
grieving is not for sissies said on January 15, 2009
Holy ‘Moo’ley, a moment on the lips, a year on my hips cheesecake” ooooh, soulsista. yummy. the only problem is that I am the only one in the family that eats cheesecake, sooo, I will have to make it for me-self one day or I will have to “demand” this when I come and visit.
How is the eye?
what did you and your assistant bake?
Lots of love and care
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whitechoc said on January 15, 2009
This is torture!!!! i can almost taste it – fabulous pics:)
Youngestandbest said on January 15, 2009
Hmmmmmm! I could make a fortune out of this….is the copyright on your pics only
Looks wonderfull and just the right thing for a no-GI worries midnight snack….keep me company round 3am? You supply the snack and I’ll make the tea !! love you
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Supagran –
) xxx
the idea is to make it when a lot of people are gonna be around so that you just have a wee slice…..but it’s really good for bones…..full of calcium!!!
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Batty
) xxx
Self imposed????? No fair to send me to the corner then…heehee. Back to the wall or face????
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Tagine & Tea
thankyou darlin….you and the girls wanna pop over for some? How you doing?? Hugs xxx
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Pink Salt
) xxx
thanx so much…i like your new avatar
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Tickle
) xxx
why thankyou madam….new avatar???
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
i candy
cool…let me know how it turns out….maybe you left out the cheese??? Heehee xxx
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Beertjie
thanks and hugs to you too xxx
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Halfy
) xxx
Ooops hope you had some paper towel handy hehe….I suppose you could be my small assistant baker HAHAHA!! I think Ty must be nearly as tall as you…I think he’s around 3ft
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Griet
) xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
hello darlin…hehe…yes it is indeed delicious!!! I will make it for you with pleasure…it is meant to be shared LOL!!! Makes a bit cheesecake. My assistant and I made pannekoek today. He could choose whatever he wanted to make….the eye is not so nice. driving me crazy actually. Luvvies
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
White Choc
) xxx
thanx so much……
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
The G
) xxx
well brutha, you have obviously not tasted Moo’s cheesecake then….how can we rectify that one wonders……will have to make some salty stuff for you. I also like that Nancy Reagan quote
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Youngst&Best
) I do indeed make a small fortune off this cheesecake already 
) luv you too xxxx
LOL!! You are funny arent you? Im on my way darlin…..put the kettle on now, I might just make it by 3am
canda1 said on January 15, 2009
hehe,,would love to pop over for some! We are all wishing we were with the boys on the way to Sunny SA, but am sure will feel better tomorrow!
Collywolly said on January 15, 2009
Tagine&Tea
Shame, I thought as much….thinking of you lots xxx
sideview said on January 16, 2009
thanks for the offer of (no)help. I knew I could rely on you……. for something
this one leaves me cold – the ‘chcolate’ is not really chocolate.
sideview said on January 16, 2009
lynda – you will have to join me in my somewhat fruitless crusade against the cruel purveyors of such recipies and suggestions
rosegarden said on January 16, 2009
Ooh!
I’ve got a friend and her new fiancé coming to visit us over Valentine’s weekend and I was thinking I would make a lamb tagine, but I couldn’t think what to make for dessert that was really special – this will be perfect. Have a lovely weekend!
rosegarden said on January 16, 2009
Ooh!
I’ve got a friend and her new fiancé coming to visit us over Valentine’s weekend and I was thinking I would make a lamb tagine, but I couldn’t think what to make for dessert that was really special – this will be perfect. Have a lovely weekend!
kerry.gibbs said on January 16, 2009
this does not help the diet!
naqiyah said on January 16, 2009
yup .. im almost one!
blogmail said on January 16, 2009
UN-BE-LIEV-ABLE
batoutofhell said on January 16, 2009
BatHugz for a great weekend
zaisfood said on January 16, 2009
LOOKS YUM,MY MOUTH IS WATERING,HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND
Cazzie said on January 16, 2009
Sounds absolutely wonderful. Will definately give it a try one day.
sideview said on January 16, 2009
oi – you!
time for a new post about something other than food
johandonene said on January 16, 2009
Thank you kindly for your good wishes, but it does not bode me well to visit your scrumptious blog, your food looks sooooooo good……… i just get hungry by looking…
sideview said on January 16, 2009
ha – see there is another – welcome to the club housewife – this is a most dangerous blog!
Angelynn said on January 17, 2009
I am in the U.S. and need some clarification on some things in the recipe (which looks delicious!): 1) ginger nut biscuits are graham crackers?; 2) condensed milk is a 14 oz can of sweetened condensed milk?; 3) castor sugar is regular sugar?; 4) what would you use in place of Limoncello if you do not drink alcohol?; 5) knife tip of vanilla powder = ? extra vanilla?; 6) to get the jelly on top of cheesecake in picture would I use the mixed berry coulis? Where is that recipe? Thank you to anyone who can help.
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Angelynn
Hi there, it is so nice of you to visit and comment on my blog. Much appreciated. I will try and answer all your queries….
1) You can use graham crackers or any other dry sweet cookie…just double up on the ground ginger for more of the gingery taste if you want it
2) Yes it is the sweetened condensed milk. In this country it is a 397 gram can which makes it about 14oz
3) Castor/caster sugar is somewhere between regular granulated sugar and superfine confectioners sugar. If you cannot get it I would suggest using about 80g confectioners sugar
4) The Limoncello is optional. The cheesecake is lovely without it
5) I use vanilla powder or paste, just a teeny bit, to get the flecks of vanilla seeds and an extra oomph of flavour in addition to the vannilla essence or extract. You can leave it out if you don’t have it
6)To make the jelly on top you can either use ready to use jello in one of the berry flavours of your choice or make your own as I did. I do prefer making my own. I boiled up about 250g mixed frozen summer berries(blueberries, blackberries,raspberries,redcurrants & strawberries) in about 1 cup of water until all soft and mushy then I pushed it through a strainer with the back of a spoon, to this liquid add enough sugar to sweeten to your taste and bring back to the boil then strain again,without pushing or squeezing, through a fine sieve or muslin cloth so that it is very clear. In the meanwhile soften 4 Gelatin leaves in quite a lot of cold water. Squeeze out all the water and stir the soft gelatine into the hot liquid. Allow to cool until almost cold but not setting yet.I decorate the cheesecake with thin slices of strawberry around the outer edge then gently pour over the jelly and return it to the refrigerator overnight to set completely.
I hope this helps. If you have any other questions feel free to contact me via email at Collywolly@24.com xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Lyndatjie
) xxx
LOL!!! Did you manage to get out OK???
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Sidey
) xxx
hehe…….if I were closer I could possibly help…..you will be sorry you told me that…just another weapon in my arsenal
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Sidey
Leave my friends out of this private war of yours….Lyndatjie…ignore her darling..she is grumpy cos of the sewing fiasco hehe xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Rose
this would indeed be perfect, enjoy it! hugs xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Kerry
LOL!! You too??????? Is everyone one on a flippin diet??? xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Tickle
Erm…..you’re almost one what??? A cheesecake??? LOL!!! xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Blogabyebaby
Thanx so much xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Batty
bathugs to you too darlin xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
ZAI’S FOOD
Thanx so much. Hope you enjoy too xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Original Cin
) xxx
Thanx Cin. will be glad if you try and please let me know
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Ghaap
) xxx
Dis net sonde as jy ooreet aan die ding hehe…dit is baie lekker
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Cazzie
) xxx
thankyou. Let me know how it turns out when you do try it
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Sidey
LOL!! This IS a food blog you know hehe xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Housewife
you’re welcome…..and thanx, I think xxx
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
Sidey
) xxx
LOL!!! Stop badgering my readers will you?? Go and sew those skew seams of yours
Collywolly said on January 17, 2009
The G
) xxx
Aaaah so that’s how you did it
vanilladream said on January 17, 2009
“Sigh” been ages since I had any tasters ..
Collywolly said on January 18, 2009
Vanilladream
HEHE!!! Thats what happens in life eh? Im actually making one for Thursday heehee……xxx
Cooksister said on January 20, 2009
Oh. My. Word. Cheesecake is my favourite – I make a killer baked white chocolate & raspberry one. Yours looks absolutely divine, especially with that glamorous topping
Collywolly said on January 20, 2009
Cooksister
) xxx
Thanx so much. Ooooh I would like to try your baked one too
murraymint said on March 19, 2009
I made this and loved it,the crystallised ginger is an absolute genius move! Although I’m not sure there’s an ingredient missing! In step 3 it refers to adding cream and I did think it had a bit too much gelatine in it, so wondered if some cream would make this absolutely perfect!!
Will be sending to my sister in law and would appreciate any ideas!
Collywolly said on March 20, 2009
Murraymint, thankyou for the visit.
My apologies, thanx so much for pointing it out to me…..I edited the recipe now…..so glad you liked it. The cream just makes it a bit creamier and smooth…hope your sister in law likes it too. Have a great weekend xxx
Collywolly said on March 20, 2009
PS I really like your name Murraymint hehe…