White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

 

Here’s a rich and creamy White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
• ¼ cup (50g) sugar
• ½ cup (115g) melted butter

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 12 oz (340g) white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
• 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
• ¾ cup (150g) sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup (120ml) sour cream
• ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream

For the Strawberry Topping:

• 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh strawberries, sliced
• ¼ cup (50g) sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (to thicken)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust

• Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
• Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
• Press into the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan.
• Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling

• Melt the white chocolate and let it cool slightly.
• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
• Add vanilla, then mix in eggs one at a time.
• Stir in sour cream and heavy cream, then fold in the melted white chocolate.
• Pour the batter over the crust and smooth the top.

3. Bake the Cheesecake

• Place the pan in a larger roasting pan and pour in hot water (to create a water bath).
• Bake for 55-65 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
• Turn off the oven and let it cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
• Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).

4. Make the Strawberry Topping

• In a saucepan, mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat.
• Cook for 5 minutes, until the strawberries release their juices.
• Stir in the cornstarch mixture and simmer until thickened.
• Let it cool completely before pouring over the cheesecake.

5. Serve & Enjoy!

• Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
• Top with the strawberry sauce and extra fresh strawberries if desired.

This cheesecake is creamy, rich, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor! Let me know if you want a no-bake version!