Walnut-pear cheesecake

8 servings

60 minutes

Walnut-pear cheesecake is an exquisite blend of tenderness and rich flavor. Pears add a soft sweetness to the dessert, while walnuts provide a crunchy texture and a hint of bitterness. The Gruyère cheese in this recipe adds a savory note, making it a perfect balance between sweet and salty. This cheesecake can be considered a modern reinterpretation of classic American desserts but with refined European touches. It is ideal for both cozy family tea times and festive dinners. Serve warm to fully reveal the richness of flavor nuances, accompanied by a cup of aromatic coffee or a glass of white wine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 913
• Proteins: 28.9g
• Fats: 33.4g
• Carbohydrates: 125.9g

Ingredients

• Yeast dough: 1 pc
• Wheat flour: 1 kg
• Walnuts: 65 g
• Pears: 2 pc
• Grated Gruyere cheese: 250 g
• Milk: 1 glass
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Nutmeg: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Roll out the dough (24-26 cm round) on a floured surface and place it in the baking pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 kg

2. Preheat the oven to 180 C

3. Place pieces of pear on the dough and spread walnuts on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pears: 2 pieces
   • Walnuts: 65 g

4. Sprinkle grated cheese on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Gruyere cheese: 250 g

5. Bake for about 40 minutes in the center of the oven at 180°C, serve warm.