Prepare the pan: use a springform pan with a diameter of 22–24 cm or a square pan measuring 20x20 cm. Line the bottom with parchment paper. Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs: place them in a sealed bag and roll with a rolling pin (about 3 minutes) or pulse in a food processor. The cookies should resemble fine sand with a few larger pieces.
Description
A delicate, slightly sweet and tangy cold dessert that combines a creamy base of Greek yogurt and mascarpone with a sandy crust made of buttery biscuits and an intense, slightly tart strawberry sauce. Inspired by the traditional "yogurt cake," but in this version, each element is prepared separately and layered — this way, the dessert retains its freshness and distinct flavor contrasts, as well as an attractive appearance. The dessert is perfect as an elegant ending to a summer meal, a sweet touch at a party, or for blog photos — it looks light, layered, and colorful (creamy layers against the vibrant red of the strawberries). Qualities: velvety cream texture, crumbly buttery base, and shiny strawberry coulis; visually — marbled transitions of the sauce in the cream and fresh fruit on top.
Składniki (14)
- Butter cookies 200 g
- Butter 80 g
- Natural Greek yogurt 10% 700 g
- Mascarpone 250 g
- 30% cream 200 ml
- Powdered sugar 80 g
- Gelatin (powder) 12 g
- Water (for gelatin) 60 ml
- Lemon juice 30 ml
- Vanilla extract 5 g
- Fresh strawberries 600 g
- Sugar (for sauce and maceration) 60 g
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Strawberry liqueur 30 ml
- Fresh mint 0.1 pęczków
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Preparation steps
Base
Melt the butter: transfer 80 g of butter to a small saucepan and heat over low heat until completely melted (do not boil). Pour the melted butter into the crushed biscuits and mix with a wooden spoon until the mixture is uniform and moist — it should easily stick together when you take it between your fingers.
Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared pan and evenly press down with a glass with a flat bottom or the bottom of a small glass — this will create a stable, even base. Place the pan in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to allow the base to firm up.
Yogurt cream
Prepare the gelatin: pour 60 ml of cold water into a small, heatproof bowl, evenly sprinkle 12 g of gelatin over the surface (do not stir) and set aside for 8–10 minutes to allow the gelatin to bloom — the surface should look like a spongy, non-surface crust.
After 8–10 minutes, dissolve the gelatin: gently heat it in a water bath or in the microwave for 10–15 seconds — stir with a spoon until the entire mixture becomes clear and liquid. Do not bring to a boil, as you will lose its gelling properties. Set aside for 2–3 minutes to cool to a lukewarm temperature.
Whip the cream: pour 200 ml of chilled cream into a cold bowl. Whip with a mixer on medium speed for about 2–3 minutes until soft, stable peaks form (soft peaks). Towards the end of whipping, add 40 g of powdered sugar and briefly mix to combine — the cream should be smooth, do not overwhip it to butter.
Prepare the cream base: in a large bowl, place 250 g of mascarpone and 40 g of powdered sugar. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula for about 1–2 minutes until the cheese becomes smooth (without lumps). Add 700 g of Greek yogurt, 5 g of vanilla extract, and 30 ml of lemon juice. Gently mix until combined — the mixture should be uniform and creamy.
To the lukewarm, melted gelatin (which is not hot), pour in a thin stream a few tablespoons of cream and mix vigorously (tempering), then slowly pour this mixture back into the entire cream, gently mixing with a spatula to evenly distribute the gelatin. Finally, gently fold in the whipped cream using "bottom to top" motions until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy.
Strawberry sauce
Prepare the coulis: place 450 g of washed strawberries (reserve 150 g for decoration) in a saucepan, add 40 g of sugar and 15 ml of lemon juice. Heat over medium heat for 6–8 minutes, until the fruit softens and releases its juice, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until smooth. If you want a very smooth sauce, strain through a sieve, pressing with a spoon.
Cool the coulis to room temperature (about 20–30 minutes). The consistency should be liquid but slightly thickened, so that it can easily create streaks in the cream. Taste and sweeten with additional teaspoons of sugar if necessary.
Maceration (decoration)
Cut the remaining 150 g of strawberries in half or into quarters and mix with 20 g of sugar and optionally with 30 ml of strawberry liqueur. Set aside for 10–15 minutes — the sugar and liqueur will draw out the juice and flavor of the fruit.
Assembly and cooling
Remove the base from the refrigerator. Pour about half of the yogurt cream onto the chilled base and smooth the surface with a spatula. Drizzle some of the cooled coulis (about 80–120 g) in several places on the cream and gently swirl with a toothpick to create a marbled effect. Pour in the remaining cream and again make a few spots of coulis on top, gently stirring — do not mix completely, we want to maintain color contrasts.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (240 minutes), preferably overnight, to allow the cream to set completely. After chilling, the dessert should be firm when cut and hold its shape.
Serving and decoration
Remove the cheesecake from the mold: detach the ring of the springform pan or gently lift the bottom of the mold, and carefully transfer it to a plate. Decorate the top with macerated strawberries, drizzle with additional coulis, and garnish with fresh mint leaves (10 g) just before serving to keep them juicy.
Fun Fact
Yogurt desserts served cold have their roots in Mediterranean cuisines, where yogurt and cream cheeses were combined with local fruits. The addition of mascarpone adds an Italian touch that greatly enhances the creaminess of the classic yogurt dessert.
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Tips
Serve chilled, cut into pieces. For an elegant effect, serve with fresh mint leaves and a thin strip of lemon zest. Portions cut with a sharp knife (warmed each time) will have smooth edges. You can serve by ladling sauce into a small spoon, so each guest can add more coulis to taste.
Store in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to 3 days. Best flavor within 24 hours of preparation. Do not freeze — the texture of the cream will change after thawing. If you are storing pre-cut portions, cover them with plastic wrap to prevent them from absorbing odors from the fridge.
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