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Almond Pear Torte

Almond Pear Torte
Yum! This recipe combines cheesecake, pears and nutmeg for a scrumptious holiday dessert. I sprinkle slivered almonds on top. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
14 ServingsPrep: 30 min. Bake: 55 min. + cooling

Ingredients

  • 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • FILLING:
  • 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 eggs
  • TOPPING:
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups thinly sliced peeled fresh pears
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds

Directions

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, almonds and
  • nutmeg. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set
  • aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, brown sugar and extract until
  • smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over
  • crust.
  • For topping, combine brown sugar and nutmeg. Add pears; toss to coat.
© Taste of Home 2013

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Almond Pear Torte (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • Arrange over top. Sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around
  • edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate leftovers.
  • Yield: 14 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 slice equals 388 calories, 26 g fat (14 g saturated fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 180 mg sodium, 36 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.
© Taste of Home 2013