Dubai Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups crushed digestive biscuits or graham crackers
• ½ cup melted butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 2 cups cream cheese (room temperature)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon rose water
• ½ teaspoon saffron threads (soaked in 1 tablespoon warm milk)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

For the Topping:

• ¼ cup honey (infused with saffron)
• 2 tablespoons crushed pistachios
• Edible gold flakes (optional)
• Dried rose petals for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
   • Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter and sugar.
   • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
   • Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
   • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
   • Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
   • Stir in heavy cream, vanilla, rose water, and saffron-infused milk.
   • Add cornstarch and mix until fully combined.
3. Bake the Cheesecake:
   • Pour the batter over the cooled crust.
   • Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-55 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly.
   • Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open.
   • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Garnish and Serve:
   • Drizzle with saffron-infused honey.
   • Sprinkle crushed pistachios, edible gold flakes, and dried rose petals.

Enjoy your Dubai Cheesecake, a truly luxurious treat!