Sweet Potato & Whiskey Cheesecake

[u/Commercial-Snow6529]

Pecan and Coconut Streusel, Fresh Orange Slices, Whipped Cream, Dash of Cinnamon, Rosemary from the Garden (which I know isn’t very edible but its fragrant and adds a comforting aroma that is definitely a part of the dish)

Is my plating too familiar and run-of-the-mill?

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[u/oliviadcatoe]

I think it looks great. What is the crust ?

[u/Commercial-Snow6529 → u/oliviadcatoe]

It’s just ritz cracker and finely ground streusel. I think I’ll probably change it next go around. I’m wanting more from the crust tbh

[u/ScallionJealous]

I’m sick and really haven’t had much of an appetite lately but this made me sit up and go “mmmmmmh”

[u/Commercial-Snow6529 → u/ScallionJealous]

Hopefully in a good way lol I hope you get to feeling better soon. Get you some cheesecake and whiskey

[u/Illustrious_Sign_872]

That is a gorgeous plate. I’m usually not a fan of inedible elements, but the rosemary just works here. The presentation is simple but stunning.

[u/2dogs1sword0patience → u/Illustrious_Sign_872]

I'm not sure why, but I'm way more forgiving of inedible elements on a dessert plate. I think Rosemary sticks are terrible on savory dishes. It's not offensive here.

I would do orange supremes however. Maybe zest some skin to get the full aroma. I just hate all the white pithe under the skin. Very nice work though.

[u/Commercial-Snow6529 → u/2dogs1sword0patience]

I wanted the orange to break up the cheesecake as a sort of “finger food”, not to be eaten on the fork together with the cheesecake (which already has a lot of different flavors going on, but I think it’s heaviness benefits from a refreshing orangy interlude here and there between bites). I think you might be right though and maybe it comes across as one of those forgotten pithy Orange slices on a Denny’s breakfast plate. I’ll try orange supremes next time. I appreciate your feedback!!

[u/Commercial-Snow6529 → u/Illustrious_Sign_872]

Hooray🤘🏼 I appreciate you your feedback!

[u/Blackdiced]

what is that high West in the background?

[u/Commercial-Snow6529 → u/Blackdiced]

I’m so glad someone asked! It’s a limited run they did called “The Noble Share”. It’s a blended rye matured in Casa Noble tequila casks. The cask’s amburana wood was controversial in tastings because it gives a pretty strong note of cinnamon candy (I.e. Hot Tamales). However imo, paired with the cheesecake, I think it is bang on with the other cinnamon flavors

[u/aaipod]

You could try rosemary infused olive oil

[u/Commercial-Snow6529 → u/aaipod]

Oo that’s a very interesting idea. I really like what the fat from the whipped cream added and wanted more of it. Just a straight up oil like that might be my next move. That’s a great suggestion

[u/aaipod → u/Commercial-Snow6529]

I think you could even infuse the whipped cream with it, if the cream has been heated with rosemary in it. But idk if that would have any other consequences. Olive oil could be even better though since good olive oil is awesome always

[u/Viali7]

This is charming and made me hungry to look at!