Delicious and Unique Zesty Sweet Potato Cheesecake Recipe

This zesty sweet potato cheesecake is a delightful and unexpected twist on the traditional dessert. The combination of sweet potatoes and a zesty twist creates a rich and flavorful cheesecake that will impress your family and friends. With a hint of spice and sweetness, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in mashed sweet potatoes, sour cream, lemon zest, orange zest, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
5. Pour mixture over the crust in the springform pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is almost set.
7. Turn off the oven and let cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
8. Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
9. Slice and enjoy the zesty sweet potato cheesecake!

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