Latte Cheesecake Recipe

Hello! Today we will prepare a latte cheesecake, a creamy, cheese-flavored drink.

Ingredients

To make this delicious latte cheesecake, you will need:

• Heavy cream (33%) – 70 grams
• Processed cheese – 50 grams
• Bourbon vanilla syrup – 40 grams
• Lemon zest – 10 grams
• Milk – 180 grams
• Espresso

Preparation Steps

Step 1: Make the Cheese Sauce

1. In a saucepan, combine 70 grams of heavy cream and 50 grams of processed cheese.
2. Add 40 grams of bourbon vanilla syrup and 10 grams of lemon zest.
3. Heat the mixture on the stove, ensuring it doesn’t reach a boil. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and combined with the cream. Let the mixture simmer to allow the lemon zest to infuse its flavor.

Step 2: Prepare the Espresso

1. Brew a shot of espresso. For a stronger flavor, you can use two shots.

Step 3: Assemble the Latte Cheesecake

1. Filter the cheese sauce to remove the lemon zest.
2. In a large cup (350 ml), pour 60 grams of the cheese sauce.
3. Steam and froth 180 grams of milk to a higher temperature than usual (75-80°C) to ensure the sauce integrates well, especially if it has been refrigerated.
4. Pour the steamed milk into the cheese sauce and stir well to combine.
5. Pour the espresso on top of the milk mixture. Optionally, you can create latte art.

Garnish

For a fresh twist, garnish one side of the drink with strawberry powder or freeze-dried strawberries. This adds a slight acidity that balances the sweetness and creaminess of the drink.

Tasting Notes

The latte cheesecake has a rich, creamy texture similar to a cheesecake. The coffee adds a pleasant bitterness, resembling the crust of a cheesecake. Despite the various steps, this drink is easy to make at home using a stovetop espresso maker, French press, or Aeropress, and a mechanical whisk for frothing.

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Feel free to take inspiration from the culinary and pastry arts when developing unique drinks. Combining familiar flavors like those of a cheesecake can result in delightful beverages. Enjoy making and sharing this latte cheesecake with your loved ones!