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

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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!