White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Filling:
- 450 g (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup melted and cooled white chocolate
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Topping:
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- ¼ cup melted white chocolate chips
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- Make the Filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the melted white chocolate, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling over the crust and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until the cheesecake is set.
- Cool and Chill: Turn off the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool gradually for one hour. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Add Toppings: Before serving, top the cheesecake with chopped strawberries and drizzle with melted white chocolate chips.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes
Total time: 70 minutes + cooling time
Calories: 420 kcal per serving
Servings: 8
This rich and creamy white chocolate strawberry cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion, combining a smooth white chocolate filling with fresh strawberries for a delightful treat. Enjoy!
