Description
Silky white chocolate cranberry cheesecake promises a delightful fusion of creamy richness and tangy berries. Sweet indulgence melts effortlessly, offering you a perfect dessert that celebrates seasonal flavors with elegance and simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate, melted and cooled
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Crust Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Flavor and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- White chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, thoroughly mixing until the texture resembles damp sand.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan, creating an even, compact base. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to solidify.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, blending until the mixture becomes light and creamy.
- Gently fold in melted white chocolate and vanilla extract, stirring until fully integrated and uniform in color.
- Carefully fold dried cranberries into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout.
- Gently incorporate whipped cream, folding delicately to maintain the mixture’s airy texture.
- Transfer the filling onto the chilled crust, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Refrigerate for 5-6 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the cheesecake to set completely and develop rich flavors.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh cranberries and delicate white chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Press crust mixture firmly and evenly to create a solid base that holds together when slicing the cheesecake.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends perfectly.
- Fold whipped cream gently to maintain its airy texture and prevent deflating the mixture.
- Make this dessert gluten-free by substituting graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for a celiac-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 406 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg