I forgot the sour cream in my chocolate cheesecake. Will it be ok to serve?

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recipe used 500 GM of cream cheese, 3 whole eggs and 3 yolks.

Nancy · Answer

Sounds good - the raspberries will also provide some of the tartness you would have gotten from the sour cream.

Linda H. · Answer

Thanks for your prompt reply. I plan to cover the cheesecake with fresh raspberries, so that should help with the flavor and denseness. My contribution to Christmas lunch, so that’s a huge relief. Happy Holidays!

Nancy · Answer

Sour cream is usually an addition to add richness, a tang in flavor and lighter texture.
Assuming your recipe has cream cheese or mascarpone baked in, the cake should be fine to serve.
It may be a bit drier or denser than usual.
Serve with some sour cream, whipped cream or ice cream to help make flavirs and texture come closer to original.
Merry Christmas!

I forgot the sour cream in my chocolate cheesecake. Will it be ok to serve?

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