Mandarin Orange Cheesecake II

"Again?" You may ask. Yes. Again. The previous Mandarin Orange Cheesecake was for Benton County Mental Health. They were test subjects. Very willing test subjects.

For my payday cheesecake, I modified a few of the steps. Two.

First, instead of folding the mandarin slices into the cheesecake batter, I poured half the batter in the pan. (Remember to line the sides with parchment strips!) Then I set the orange slices on top, spacing them over the surface. Then I added the rest of the batter.

Instead of blanched slivered almonds, I used sliced almonds. I just wanted a better contrast on the surface.

Now, the trouble. When I poured the topping onto the center of the cheesecake prior to spreading it evenly across the top, it slumped into the cake. In my attempt to spread the topping, the aesthetic quality I was hoping for was lost. The taste would not be affected though, unless you were the person who got a slice with an intrusion of extra topping. Oh bother. You can't win them all. I doubt there will be complaints.

Bon appétit!