Sernik piernikowy

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of making a delicious Sernik piernikowy, a spiced cheese cake perfect for festive occasions. With a biscuit base and a creamy filling, this dessert will impress your guests and bring the holiday spirit to your table.

Step 1: Prepare the Biscuit Base

To create a sturdy base for your cheesecake, follow these steps:

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 300g butter biscuits
   • 70g butter

2. Crush the Biscuits:

   • Place the butter biscuits in a food processor and blend until they are fine crumbs.

3. Melt the Butter:

   • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.

4. Combine:

   • Mix the melted butter with the crushed biscuits until well combined.

5. Form the Base:

   • Press the biscuit mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to create an even layer. Use the back of a spoon for a smooth finish.

Step 2: Make the Spiced Cream

The next step involves creating a flavorful spiced cream that will enhance the cheesecake:

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 250g gingerbread cookies
   • 250ml heavy cream (30%)
   • 1.5 teaspoons gingerbread spice

2. Blend the Cookies:

   • In a blender, mix the gingerbread cookies until finely ground.

3. Heat the Cream:

   • In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to boil.

4. Combine and Blend:

   • Pour the hot cream over the ground cookies and add the gingerbread spice. Blend again until smooth.

Step 3: Prepare the Cheese Filling

Now, let's create the rich cheese filling:

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 1kg cream cheese
   • 500g mascarpone cheese
   • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
   • 4 eggs
   • ⅔ cup powdered sugar

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, add the spiced cream mixture, cream cheese, mascarpone, condensed milk, eggs, and powdered sugar.

3. Mix:

   • Blend all ingredients until smooth. Taste the mixture to ensure it meets your desired sweetness.

Step 4: Bake the Cheesecake

Baking the cheesecake properly is key to a perfect texture:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) with the fan on.

2. Prepare for Baking:

   • Place a tray of water at the bottom of the oven to create steam.

3. Bake:

   • Pour the cheese mixture over the biscuit base in the springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes at 180°C.
   • After 10 minutes, reduce the temperature to 110°C (230°F) and bake for an additional 2 hours.

Step 5: Make the Chocolate Topping

Finish your cheesecake with a lovely chocolate glaze:

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 150g milk chocolate
   • 50ml heavy cream (30%)
   • 100g white chocolate
   • 50ml heavy cream (30%)

2. Melt the Chocolates:

   • In separate bowls, melt the milk and white chocolate with the respective heavy cream in a double boiler until smooth.

3. Combine:

   • Pour the milk chocolate topping over the cooled cheesecake, followed by the white chocolate for a decorative finish.

Conclusion

You have now successfully made Sernik piernikowy, a delightful spiced cheesecake perfect for any festive occasion. Remember to let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or as a sweet treat during the holidays! Consider experimenting with different spices or toppings to make this recipe your own.