Melba Cheesecake Pie Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy Melba Cheesecake Pie, a delightful dessert ready in under 30 minutes! This recipe offers a quick microwave option or a classic oven bake, perfect for any time of year. The creamy cheesecake filling complements the sweet peaches beautifully, creating a flavor sensation that's sure to be a family favorite. No fresh peaches? No problem! This recipe works wonderfully with canned peaches too.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 485.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Melba Cheesecake Pie

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How to Make Melba Cheesecake Pie

  1. **Crust (Microwave):**
  2. Melt 1/4 cup (55g) butter in a 9-inch glass pie plate in the microwave on high for 30-60 seconds, or until melted.
  3. Mix in 1 1/2 cups (190g) graham cracker crumbs and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
  4. Press mixture firmly onto the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate.
  5. Microwave on high for 1.5-2 minutes, or until hot.
  6. **Crust (Oven):**
  7. Melt 1/4 cup (55g) butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups (190g) graham cracker crumbs and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
  9. Press mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie pan.
  10. **Filling:**
  11. Thoroughly drain one (15 ounce) can of sliced peaches.
  12. Arrange drained peaches over the crust.
  13. In a glass mixing bowl, microwave 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese on medium for 1 minute, or until softened.
  14. Beat in 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
  15. Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the peaches.
  16. **Microwave (continued):**
  17. Microwave on high for 3.5-4.5 minutes, or until the edges are set. Rotate halfway through if your microwave doesn't have a turntable.
  18. Let cool completely.
  19. **Oven (continued):**
  20. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  21. Let cool completely.
  22. **Topping:**
  23. In a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup (60g) apricot jam and 1 tablespoon amaretto (or other liqueur of your choice).
  24. Spoon the jam mixture over the cooled pie and spread evenly.
  25. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

181g

Fat

74g

Carbs

19g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit Canadian Oven Easy Microwave Potluck Dinner Party Cheesecake Dietary Pitted Fruit Peaches To Go Equipment