Maple Syrup Tofu Cheesecake
From: Christyne, Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
  • 24 ounces [680 g] bean curd
  • 1/2 cup [125 mL] maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon [15 mL] vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon [15 mL] lemon rind
  • 3 tablespoons [45 mL] peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon [15 mL] cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon [2.5 mL] cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 Graham cracker crumb pie shell
  • Pecans
  • Into a blender, puree together bean curd, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon rind, peanut butter, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt at medium speed, until smooth.
  • Pour mixture into Graham cracker crumb pie shell.
  • Bake into a preheated moderate 350°F [180°C] oven for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden.
  • Decorate with pecans.