White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake
White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the sweetness of strawberries and the luxurious taste of white chocolate. It’s perfect for celebrations, special occasions, or simply when you want to treat yourself. This recipe is simple to follow and produces a rich and satisfying cheesecake that is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 packages 8 ounces each cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- Whipped cream for garnish
- Fresh strawberry slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter; press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- In a small saucepan, cook strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar over medium heat until soft and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add melted white chocolate, 3/4 cup sugar, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
- Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Spoon half of the strawberry mixture over the top. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cheesecake; cool for 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.
- Garnish with whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices before serving.