Description
White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake is a rich and elegant dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy white chocolate-infused filling, and a fresh strawberry topping. It’s the perfect sweet and tangy treat for any special occasion or indulgent moment.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate, melted and cooled
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved or sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberry preserves or glaze
- Optional: white chocolate shavings or drizzle for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan base and bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla, mix well.
- Blend in sour cream, then slowly add cooled melted white chocolate until fully incorporated.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
- Pour filling over crust, smooth top, and place in a water bath. Bake 55–65 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off oven and cool cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour. Chill in fridge at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, spread strawberry preserves on top and arrange fresh strawberries. Garnish with white chocolate shavings or drizzle if desired.
Notes
- Use a chocolate cookie crust for a richer base.
- Swirl in strawberry puree for a marbled look.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- Add almond extract for a nutty depth.
- Wrap and freeze slices individually for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
