Description
A delicious cheesecake combining the flavors of dates and walnuts in a traditional maamoul style.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 cups cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well.
- Fold in chopped dates and walnuts.
- Pour the filling over the crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set.
- Let it cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- Use fresh dates for the best flavor.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for better texture.
- Top with additional walnuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Date and Walnut Maamoul Cheesecake