Description
Creamy white chocolate cheesecake promises pure indulgence with its silky smooth texture and rich, luxurious flavor. Elegant dessert lovers will savor each heavenly bite of this classic New York-style treat that melts perfectly on the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy:
- 680 g (24 oz) cream cheese
- 200 ml (6.8 fl oz) heavy cream
- 120 g (4.2 oz) white chocolate
- 60 g (2.1 oz) sour cream
- 30 ml (1 fl oz) milk
Dry Ingredients:
- 150 g (5.3 oz) granulated sugar
- 90 g (3.2 oz) all-purpose flour
- 30 g (1.1 oz) cornstarch
Crust and Finishing:
- 200 g (7.1 oz) graham cracker crumbs
- 80 g (2.8 oz) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 10 ml (0.3 fl oz) vanilla extract
- 5 g (0.2 oz) salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and combine with graham cracker crumbs, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to create an even crust.
- Gently melt white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and allowing to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until creamy and smooth, gradually incorporating sugar until fully integrated.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a uniform texture.
- Fold in sour cream, milk, vanilla extract, and melted white chocolate, stirring until the mixture is completely homogeneous.
- Sift flour, cornstarch, and salt together, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture to prevent lumps.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Before serving, run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cheesecake and remove the springform sides.
Notes
- Prevent Cracks: Avoid overmixing the batter and overbaking to keep the cheesecake smooth and crack-free.
- Water Bath Alternative: Place a pan of hot water on the bottom rack of the oven to create moisture and prevent surface cracking.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookies or almond meal for a celiac-friendly crust.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: This cheesecake can be prepared up to 3 days in advance, making it perfect for entertaining or meal planning.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg