{"id":4322,"date":"2019-12-12T00:08:08","date_gmt":"2019-12-12T07:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/?p=4322"},"modified":"2021-10-09T09:03:08","modified_gmt":"2021-10-09T15:03:08","slug":"making-perfect-pressure-cooker-cheesecake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pressurecookingtoday.com\/making-perfect-pressure-cooker-cheesecake\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Perfect Pressure Cooker \/ Instant Pot Cheesecake"},"content":{"rendered":"
Making perfect pressure cooker \/ Instant Pot cheesecake<\/strong> can be a challenge for some people, but it doesn’t have to be! Get my tips on electric pressure cookers<\/a>, then use these simple tips to help you create the best pressure cooker cheesecake recipes<\/strong><\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cheesecake seems to be the one thing that new pressure cooker cooks seem most excited to cook in their new pressure cookers. And who can blame them?<\/p>\n The pressure cooker is the perfect environment for “baking” cheesecake, and pressure cooker cheesecake is fabulous\u2014rich, smooth and creamy!<\/strong><\/p>\n However, there are a few things you have to know in order to have your cheesecake come out perfectly. I’ll let you in on all the secrets!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Click here to PIN Making Perfect Pressure Cooker Cheesecake!<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n When you\u2019re impatient to start baking, it\u2019s so tempting to just beat the cream cheese until it’s soft. <\/span>Don\u2019t do it!<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Cheesecake that starts with cold ingredients is either gritty and lumpy or overbeaten. Neither one will be a smooth, creamy cheesecake you\u2019re proud to serve!<\/span><\/p>\n Use an instant read thermometer to make sure the ingredients are between 70 and 75\u00b0F before starting.<\/span><\/p>\n \u23f2\ufe0f Time-Saving Trick: <\/b>Put the cream cheese in a Ziploc bag and place it in warm water (not hot) for 10 minutes. Add the eggs to the warm water and let sit for another 5 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Don’t press your crumbs more than 1-inch up the sides of the springform pan.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Keeping the crust short makes it much less likely that it will absorb moisture while cooking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udca1 Great Idea:<\/b> Use a tart tamper or a flat-bottomed measuring cup to press the crust firmly against the springform pan.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Even though the recipe calls for a 25 minute cook time, you MUST test it for doneness when the time ends!\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Things that can make cheesecake need more time:<\/span><\/p>\n Don\u2019t worry if you need to put your cheesecake back in the pressure cooker and cook it longer!\u00a0 <\/span>Cheesecake “baked” in the pressure cooker is much more forgiving than baked in the oven, and you won’t get dried out crusty edges if you cook it a few minutes longer<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc4d Helpful Tip:<\/b> Take the guesswork out of making cheesecake by using an instant-read thermometer. Your cheesecake is ready to come out of the pressure cooker when the middle is between 140 to 150\u00b0F.<\/span><\/p>\n (However, remember that you\u2019re not making a cake, so the thermometer doesn\u2019t need to remove cleanly for the cheesecake to be done.)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If this is your first time making Instant Pot Cheesecake, you’ll need to double check that your cheesecake pan fits inside of your pressure cooking pot. The pan needs to sit far away enough from the sides that steam is able to rise freely around the edge of the cheesecake.<\/p>\n As a general rule:<\/p>\n This recipe is written for using a 7-inch springform pan<\/a> inside a 6-quart electric pressure cooker.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n To make things easier for you, I’ll walk you through the entire process of making cheesecake in your Instant Pot, Mealthy, Ninja Foodi, or other brand of electric pressure cooker.<\/p>\n (I’ve included a more traditional recipe card for printing at the bottom of the post. Jump to the recipe<\/a>.)<\/strong><\/p>\n This is SO important for making a great cheesecake. This will allow you to get the cheesecake batter smoothly mixed without over-mixing.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Generously spray the bottom and edges of your springform pan with a nonstick cooking spray.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Some people like to use parchment paper in addition to the springform pan. If you choose to use parchment, simply cut a 7-inch round parchment for the bottom and a strip of parchment for the sides that’s around 4 inches tall and 22 inches long. (I prefer to not use parchment because it leaves lines in the cheesecake if the paper isn’t perfectly smooth and I don’t think it makes the process of removing the cheesecake any easier.)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In a small bowl, combine 1 cup graham cracker crumbs and 2 tablespoons butter, melted. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Press the graham cracker crumbs firmly and evenly in the bottom of the pan.\u00a0<\/span>If you like, you can also press the crust no more than 1-inch up the side of the pan. <\/span><\/p>\n (Make sure to press firmly\u2014the picture above is midway through.)<\/span><\/p>\n Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n In a large bowl, mix the .0cream cheese and sugar at medium<\/em> speed until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n DON’T OVER MIX IT!<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cheesecake is a delicate balance!<\/strong> You need to combine the sugar and cream cheese enough to be smooth, but you do NOT want to add air to your cheesecake batter.<\/p>\n (This is why it’s so important to use room temperature ingredients and to mix at a lower speed.)<\/p>\n If you’re using a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment and mix on a medium-low setting.<\/p>\n Scrape the bowl well, then add the vanilla and add 1 egg and mix at medium-low just until blended.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Again, scrape the sides of the bowl and the beater. Add the remaining egg and mix at medium-low until the egg is well incorporated but not so much that you incorporate lots of air into the batter.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Remove the prepared crust from the freezer. Gently pour the batter into the pan.<\/span><\/p>\n I like to use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to carefully smooth the top of the cheesecake so that it’s fairly flat and spread evenly throughout the pan.\u00a0(For example, in the photo above, I smoothed out the folds on the sides of the cheesecake so it was more level before putting it in the pressure cooker.)<\/p>\n At this point, America’s Test Kitchen<\/a> recommends allowing the cheesecake batter to sit for 10 minutes so that air bubbles can rise to the top. I rarely have the patience to wait this long.<\/p>\n I prefer to pick up the prepared pan and gently tap the bottom on the counter a few times to bring air bubbles to the surface.<\/p>\n No matter how you bring the bubbles up, you’ll want to pop them by gently scraping the tines of a fork across the cheesecake. (You won’t be able to get them all, just focus on the big ones.)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you’re using a 6-quart pressure cooker, pour 1 cup of water into the pressure cooking pot. If you’re using a larger pressure cooker, use 2 cups water.<\/span><\/p>\n Place a low trivet in the bottom of the cooking pot. <\/span><\/p>\n Center the filled pan on a sling. You can make one from foil<\/a> or cut silicone cooking mats down. (Or you can skip this step if you own grabber tongs or a combination trivet and sling<\/a>.)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Carefully use the sling to lower the filled springform pan into the cooking pot. <\/span><\/p>\n Fold the ends of the sling down so it doesn\u2019t get in the way of closing the lid.<\/span><\/p>\n Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 25 minutes cook time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The amount of time it takes your cheesecake to come to pressure will vary based on the size and model of your pressure cooker. Generally, it’s about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When the cook time ends, I like to turn off the pressure cooker. <\/span><\/p>\n Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then finish with a quick pressure release. <\/span>When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid and check the cheesecake to see if it’s done. <\/span><\/p>\n Trying to figure out when a cheesecake is \u201cset\u201d or \u201cjiggly enough\u201d in the middle can be difficult, especially for newer cooks. <\/span><\/p>\n The traditional rule of thumb is the outside should appear set with a small 2-inch circle that jiggles in the middle when you give the cheesecake a gentle shake or rap the side of the pan with a spoon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n However, if you’re still not sure, you can always use an instant-read thermometer. Your cheesecake is ready to move on to the next step when the middle hits 140 to 150\u00b0F. (More or less\u2014if your cheesecake is 138 or 153\u00b0F, that’s close enough!)<\/span><\/p>\n If your cheesecake isn\u2019t quite done: <\/strong>Return the lid and cook at High Pressure for an additional 5 minutes, followed by another 10 minute natural release.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n When the cheesecake is done, use the sling to carefully remove it from the cooking pot. Place it uncovered on a wire rack to cool.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After 10 minutes, run an offset spatula or a paring knife between the cheesecake and the side of the springform pan, to help it release from the pan.<\/p>\n Use the corner of a paper towel to soak up any water that may have condensed on top of the cheesecake.<\/span><\/p>\n Once your cheesecake is close to room temperature, cover the springform pan tightly with plastic wrap. Place it in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight (ideally) to allow the cheesecake to set.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you want to keep things simple, this cheesecake is delicious all on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n However, you can’t go wrong topping your cheesecake with whipped cream, fresh fruit, pressure cooker berry compote<\/a>, or even a chocolate drizzle.<\/p>\n If you want a knockout presentation, you can top your cheesecake before serving. However, I find that it’s easier to serve if I top the cheesecake after slicing and dishing up onto individual plates.<\/p>\n The trick to slicing your cheesecake is to use a sharp knife dipped in very hot water. (I like to use my watermelon knife for perfect cuts.) Wipe the knife dry for every cut<\/a>.<\/p>\nTop Tips for PERFECT Instant Pot Cheesecake<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Use Room Temperature Ingredients<\/b><\/h3>\n
2. Keep Your Crust Low\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
3. Give It Enough Time\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
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What Size Pan to Use for Instant Pot Cheesecake?<\/h2>\n
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Step-by-Step Simple Instant Pot Cheesecake Recipe<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Bring Ingredients to Room Temperature<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Prepare the Pan and Crust<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Press and Freeze the Crust<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Mix the Cream Cheese and Sugar<\/h3>\n
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Step 5: Add the Vanilla and One Egg<\/h3>\n
Step 6: Add the Other Egg<\/h3>\n
Step 7: Pour the Batter on Top of the Crust<\/h3>\n
Step 8: Prepare the Pressure Cooking Pot and Set the Cheesecake on a Trivet<\/h3>\n
Step 9: Cook at High Pressure for 25 Minutes<\/h3>\n
Step 10: Use a 10-minute Natural Pressure Release and Check for Doneness<\/h3>\n
Step 11: Cool to Room Temperature, then Chill<\/h3>\n
Step 12: Top, Slice, and Serve Your Cheesecake!<\/h3>\n