Description
A decadent cheesecake featuring white chocolate and fresh strawberries, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Filling:
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- For the crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- For the filling: Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream, then fold in the melted white chocolate.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is just set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, arrange sliced strawberries on top and brush with melted strawberry jam.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 7g