MASCARPONE CHEESECAKE

Mascarpone Cheesecake image

This rich dessert is sure to delight with its creamy filling, whipped topping and sweet caramel drizzle. It makes an ideal ending to a special meal. -Deanna Polito-Laughinghouse, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 cartons (8 ounces each) Mascarpone cheese
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)
1 tablespoon caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, in a large bowl, beat the cheeses, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° for 50-60 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Before serving, prepare topping mix according to package directions. Garnish cheesecake with whipped topping; drizzle with caramel. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 36g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.