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Tarta de Queso y Dulce de Manzana Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of dulce de manzana (apple jam)

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch springform pan
- Electric mixer
- Saucepan

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.

3. Press the mixture onto the bottom of the springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.

4. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

5. Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition.

6. Stir in the vanilla extract.

7. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust.

8. Spoon the dulce de manzana over the cream cheese mixture and swirl with a knife.

9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is almost set.

10. Let cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
8-10 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 460
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 135mg
Sodium: 320mg
Carbohydrates: 38g
Sugar: 29g
Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Digestive biscuits can be used instead of graham crackers.
- Any other fruit jam can be used instead of dulce de manzana.

Variations:
- Add sliced apples on top of the dulce de manzana before baking.
- Use a different type of jam or fruit preserve.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Use a spatula to smooth out the cream cheese mixture before adding the dulce de manzana.
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature before refrigerating to prevent condensation.

Storage instructions:
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Serve cold.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Garnishes:
- Fresh apple slices
- Cinnamon powder

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheesecake cracks, it may have been overcooked or cooled too quickly.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the cream cheese is not expired before using.

Food history:
- Cheesecake originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic games.

Flavor profiles:
- Creamy, sweet, and tangy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a meal.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Sweet, Tart, Creamy, Apple, Cheese