Description
Indulge in these elegant, no-bake cheesecake domes featuring a creamy pistachio filling, a tangy raspberry center, and a glossy white chocolate mirror glaze. Perfect for special occasions or as a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling:
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250g cream cheese (softened)
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100g powdered sugar
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100g pistachio paste
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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200ml heavy cream (cold)
For the Raspberry Center:
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200g fresh raspberries
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50g sugar
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1 tsp lemon juice
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1 tsp cornstarch (dissolved in 1 tbsp water)
For the Sponge Base:
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2 eggs
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50g sugar
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50g flour (sifted)
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½ tsp baking powder
For the Mirror Glaze:
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200g white chocolate
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100ml heavy cream
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2 tbsp pistachio paste
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Green food coloring (optional)
For Decoration:
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Crushed pistachios
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Edible gold leaf
Instructions
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Prepare the Raspberry Center:
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In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the raspberries break down.
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Stir in the dissolved cornstarch and cook until the mixture thickens.
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Pour into small silicone molds (or ice cube trays) and freeze until solid.
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Make the Cheesecake Filling:
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Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
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Add the pistachio paste and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture.
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Prepare the Sponge Base:
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Fold in the sifted flour and baking powder. Spread the batter evenly on the baking sheet.
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Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool, then cut into rounds matching the dome mold size.
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Assemble the Domes:
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Fill half of each dome mold with the cheesecake filling.
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Place a frozen raspberry center in the middle and cover with more cheesecake filling.
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Seal each dome with a round of sponge cake. Freeze until firm (about 4 hours or overnight).
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Make the Mirror Glaze:
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Heat the heavy cream until steaming (not boiling) and pour over the white chocolate.
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Let sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
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Add pistachio paste and green food coloring, mixing until well combined.
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Allow the glaze to cool to 90°F (32°C) before pouring over the frozen domes.
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Decorate:
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Once the glaze has set, garnish each dome with crushed pistachios and edible gold leaf.
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Notes
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Ensure the domes are completely frozen before applying the glaze to achieve a smooth finish.
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The mirror glaze should be at 90°F (32°C) for optimal consistency.
- Domes can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes (includes freezing time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: European