Christmas acai cheesecake

Christmas acai cheesecake

The Christmas season is the perfect time to offer original desserts to friends and family. This Christmas acai cheesecake revisits a pastry classic, adding a festive note with fresh cranberries. In verrine format, it adopts a practical size, ideal for concluding your festive meals on a light, gourmet note. Get ready to impress your guests with this simple recipe!

Why is acai a must-have superfruit for Christmas?

Although acai is still a little-known ingredient in holiday desserts, there are several reasons why it's worth including.

Health benefits at the heart of the festivities

During the festive season, when meals are often rich and hearty, acai is a precious ally:

  • Powerful antioxidants: Acai is one of the richest fruits in antioxidants, helping to neutralize free radicals generated by stress or a heavier holiday diet.
  • Natural energy: Thanks to its essential fatty acids and low sugar content, it provides gentle, long-lasting energy, perfect for staying in shape throughout the celebrations.
  • Digestive support: With its natural fiber, acai contributes to good transit, which is particularly beneficial after festive meals.

An original taste

Acai is a complex and delicate fruit. Its subtle aromas of cocoa and red fruits bring a depth of flavor that enriches any dessert. Combined with fromage frais in a cheesecake or tart fruits such as cranberries, it creates the perfect balance between sweetness and freshness.

An option that will amaze your guests

Traditional Christmas desserts are often very rich, like buttery logs or chocolate entremets. Incorporating acai into your menu offers a light, nutritious alternative. It's also an opportunity to introduce a touch of Amazonia to your festive table, for a taste journey without leaving home.

Our recipe for Christmas acai cheesecake

Preparation time: 30 minutes + 4h rest
For 5 large verrines

Ingredients:

For the cream :

For the cookie base :

  • 3 tablespoons firm coconut oil
  • 120g cookies (speculos, or any other cookie of your choice)

For the acai coulis :

  • 1 classic acai pod
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • A large handful of fresh cranberries (or redcurrants, blueberries)

Preparation:

Prepare the cookie base:

  • Crush the cookies into fine crumbs. Mix with melted coconut oil until a sandy consistency is obtained.
  • Spread the mixture over the bottom of the verrines and press down well with a spoon. Set aside in the fridge.

Prepare the cream:

  • In a bowl, mix the fromage frais with the chilled coconut cream. Whisk until smooth and lightly aerated.
  • Gently stir in the thawed acai. Blend until smooth.

Prepare the acai coulis:

  • Heat the acai and sugar in a saucepan over low heat. Add the cranberries and cook for a few minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly. Set aside.

Assemble the verrines:

  • Pour the acai cream over the cookie base. Add a generous layer of coulis on top.
  • Garnish with a few fresh cranberries or other berries.

Refrigerate :

  • Leave the verrines in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.

A festive dessert to impress your guests

Easy to make, these Christmas acai cheesecakes add a festive touch to your Christmas meals while seducing with their originality. Their individual format makes them a practical and elegant dessert, ideal for your end-of-year meals.

And why not vary the pleasures by setting a table with different Christmas desserts? Cheesecake verrines, thanks to their individual format, fit perfectly into a varied and gourmet presentation. For fans of a revisited tradition, take a look at our recipe for acai pastry logs, another delicious option for putting this superfruit in the spotlight.