Saffron Cheesecake
Creamy, smooth and delicately infused with premium Persian saffron, this elegant cheesecake combines a buttery biscuit base with a rich cream cheese filling. Finished with pistachios and edible rose petals, it is the perfect dessert for special occasions or refined afternoon tea.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Chilling Time: 6 hours (or overnight)
Total Time: 7 h 25 min
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Digestive biscuits | 250 g |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 100 g |
| Cream cheese | 600 g |
| Sour cream | 200 g |
| Granulated sugar | 180 g |
| Large eggs | 3 |
| Zadeh Organic Persian Saffron | ½ tsp |
| Hot water | 2 tbsp |
| Ice cubes | 2 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Cornstarch | 1 tbsp |
| Chopped pistachios | 30 g |
| Dried edible rose petals (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions
Step 1 – Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and combine with the melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a 20 cm (8-inch) springform pan.
Bake for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
Step 2 – Bloom the saffron
Grind the saffron threads gently and combine them with the hot water and ice cubes. Allow to infuse for 10–15 minutesto fully release the colour and aroma.
Step 3 – Prepare the filling
Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
Add the sugar, then mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract and cornstarch.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
Finally, stir in the infused saffron.
Step 4 – Bake
Pour the filling over the cooled biscuit base.
Bake for 50–55 minutes until the edges are set while the centre still has a slight wobble.
Turn off the oven, leave the door slightly open and allow the cheesecake to cool inside for 1 hour.
Step 5 – Chill & decorate
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
Before serving, decorate with chopped pistachios and edible rose petals.
Chef's Tip
For an even silkier texture, all ingredients should be at room temperature before mixing. Avoid overbeating the batter after adding the eggs to prevent cracks during baking.
Perfect Pairings
- Persian Tea
- Golden Saffron Latte
- Rock Candy Sticks
- Fresh Berries
- Persian Saffron Ice Cream
Products Used
✨ Zadeh Organic Persian Saffron
Crafted from carefully selected Persian saffron threads, our premium saffron brings a naturally vibrant golden colour and refined floral aroma to every cheesecake.