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Black sesame tofu cheesecake (RM13)
The tofu (bean curd) cheesecakes at Jöies Café are healthier options to the normal cheesecakes as they are considered low-sugar and low-calorie, but yummy all the same.
Adding tofu gives the cheesecake a smooth and light texture, as well as all the benefits of eating the protein-rich food including preventing obesity and improving skin condition.
There are 12 flavours of tofu cheesecakes to choose from, all using natural colouring from flowers, herbs and fruits.
For instance, the fragrant black sesame tofu cheesecake is perfectly balanced in flavour. Black sesame paste and a mixture of cream cheese and tofu are swirled together to create a beautiful spiral pattern. The cake has a very soft texture and a nice aroma of black sesame.
Blue surf tofu cheesecake (RM13)
Butterfly pea flowers are commonly used in Malaysia as a natural colouring in nasi kerabu, nyonya kuih or in drinks. It is said that it has properties that can improve memory, eyesight, hair growth and skin.
When added to the tofu cheesecake, it gives the cake a whimsical appearance and a fresh taste that is a delight for both the eyes and the palate. The layered cheesecake is decorated with the pretty flowers and sprinkled with chia seeds and orange peel.
Jöies Café
1st floor 32, Jalan Moulmein,
10350 Penang
T: +604 226 0479
FB/IG: @joiescafe
This report is part of the "Contemporary desserts with a Malaysian twist" segment in Live! 2020.
This story first appeared in Live! 2020 magazine. Download your copy of the magazine here.
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