Maple Baked Cheesecake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 20cm springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

   Tip: Use a food processor to speed up the crust preparation process.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until well combined. Add the cream cheese and beat until smooth.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl frequently to avoid lumps.

3. 3

   Add the maple syrup and beat until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, beating until smooth.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter, or it may become too dense.

4. 4

   Pour the batter into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.

   Tip: Avoid opening the oven door during the baking time, as this can cause the cheesecake to sink.

5. 5

   Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

   Tip: Use a sharp knife to loosen the cheesecake from the pan edges before serving.

6. 6

   Once cooled, drizzle the remaining maple syrup over the top of the cheesecake and serve.

   Tip: Let the cheesecake rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.