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Cheesecake Grainy
Your cheesecake is grainy because the cheese curdled from overmixing or high heat. Blend and chill to smooth it.
grainy texture · curdled bite · vegetarian · gluten-free
The fix
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- 1 blend a slice briefly with 1 tablespoon sour cream until smooth
- 2 chill for 30 minutes to set the texture
- 3 serve with berries or sauce
If it's still wrong
- serve as parfait layers
- top with a thick compote to mask texture
Prevent next time
- mix on low speed and stop once smooth
- bake in a water bath at 325F
Notes
Why this works
Graininess comes from curdled dairy proteins. A quick blend breaks the curds into smaller particles, making the cheesecake feel smooth again.