Enjoy the traditional San Sebastian cheesecake, where creamy custard and crispy caramel combine for an irresistible flavor. It's easy to make without an oven and traces back to ancient Romans. Get ready to impress everyone with its unique taste and rich history!

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Ingredients:

- 100 grams of tea biscuits (quantity can be adjusted according to preference)

- 2 tablespoons of butter, ghee, milk, or cream (optional)

- 2 tablespoons of custard

- 1 cup of milk

- Sugar to taste

- 1 packet of fruit jelly

- 1 cup of hot water

- Strawberries, diced into small cubes

- Red food coloring (optional)

Preparation:

1-Crush the tea biscuits until they resemble wet sand using the back of a spoon and place them in a bowl.

2-If the quantity is large, press the biscuits in the bowl to level them with the back of the spoon.

3-Add the butter, ghee, milk, or cream (optional) to the biscuits and mix well.

4- In another bowl, mix the custard, milk, and sugar to taste well, cold, without using heat.

5-Add this mixture to the biscuits and mix well.

6-Place the mixture on medium heat until it boils and reaches the desired consistency, stirring continuously.

7-Transfer the mixture to a dish, cover it with a plastic wrap, and let it cool slightly.

8-After 10 minutes, when the mixture is warm, you can add whipped cream to make the consistency creamier.

9-Then, add the fruit jelly packet after it becomes warm and pour a cup of hot water over it.

10-If the custard is too thick, you can dilute it with a little hot water until it becomes creamy, then add it to the biscuits.

11-Add the diced strawberries to the mixture.

12-Place the mixture on medium heat until it boils, and let it boil for 5 minutes.

13-Red food coloring can be added optionally for an extra color to the mixture.

14-Note that the custard has become creamy, add the jelly to the mixture, then refrigerate the mixture until the jelly sets.

15-Serve the recipe cold and enjoy its wonderful flavor.

Notes:

- The amount of sugar, biscuits, and custard can be adjusted according to personal taste.

- It is preferable to serve the recipe cold for the best taste experience.

- The dish can be garnished with fresh strawberry slices before serving for an aesthetic touch.

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the San Sebastian cheesecake, a delightful blend of creamy custard and crunchy caramel. This dessert, dating back to ancient Roman times, not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a journey through culinary history. It's a true masterpiece that captures the essence of tradition and innovation, leaving a lasting impression on every palate.

Nutrition Value

100 grams of tea biscuits:

  - Calories: approximately 450 calories

  - Carbohydrates: about 70 grams

  - Protein: about 6 grams

  - Fat: about 15 grams

  - Sodium: about 200 milligrams

  - Cholesterol: about 0 milligrams

  - Vitamins and minerals: Contains small amounts of B vitamins, iron, and calcium

benefits: Provides energy and essential carbohydrates for daily activities.

2 tablespoons of butter, ghee, milk, or cream (optional):

  - Calories: varies depending on the chosen type

  - Carbohydrates: varies depending on the chosen type

  - Protein: varies depending on the chosen type

  - Fat: varies depending on the chosen type

  - Sodium: varies depending on the chosen type

  - Cholesterol: varies depending on the chosen type

  - Vitamins and minerals: varies depending on the chosen type

benefits: Provides necessary fats and energy.

2 tablespoons of custard:

  - Calories: approximately 60 calories

  - Carbohydrates: about 8 grams

  - Protein: about 1 gram

  - Fat: about 3 grams

  - Sodium: about 30 milligrams

  - Cholesterol: about 50 milligrams

  - Vitamins and minerals: Contains small amounts of vitamins A and D, and calcium

benefits: Enhances the flavor and provides some essential fats and proteins.

1 cup of milk:

  - Calories: approximately 120 calories

  - Carbohydrates: about 12 grams

  - Protein: about 8 grams

  - Fat: about 5 grams

  - Sodium: about 100 milligrams

  - Cholesterol: about 25 milligrams

  - Vitamins and minerals: Contains vitamins A and D, calcium, and potassium

benefits: Provides calcium and proteins for bone and tissue building.

Sugar to taste:

  - Calories: varies depending on the amount added

  - Carbohydrates: varies depending on the amount added

  - Protein: does not contain protein

  - Fat: does not contain fat

  - Sodium: does not contain sodium

  - Cholesterol: does not contain cholesterol

benefits: Provides quick energy and enhances the sweetness of the dessert.

1 packet of fruit jelly:

  - Calories: approximately 80 calories

  - Carbohydrates: about 20 grams

  - Protein: 0 grams

  - Fat: 0 grams

  - Sodium: about 10 milligrams

  - Cholesterol: 0 milligrams

  - Vitamins and minerals: does not contain vitamins or minerals

benefits: Adds flavor balance to the dessert.

1 cup of hot water:

  - Does not contain calories, carbohydrates, protein, fat, cholesterol, vitamins, or minerals.

benefits: Used for dissolving the jelly and enhancing the dessert's flavor.

Diced strawberries:

  - Calories: varies depending on the amount of strawberries used

  - Carbohydrates: varies depending on the amount of strawberries used

  - Protein: varies depending on the amount of strawberries used

  - Fat: varies depending on the amount of strawberries used

  - Sodium: varies depending on the amount of strawberries used

  - Cholesterol: varies depending on the amount of strawberries used

benefits: Provides vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.

Red food coloring (optional):

  - Does not contain calories, carbohydrates, protein, fat, sodium, cholesterol, vitamins, or minerals.

benefits: Enhances the appearance of the dessert with a unique color.