White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake
Creating a White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake is an art form, requiring a delicate balance of flavors and textures. From the crumbly cookie crust to the rich white chocolate and tart raspberry filling, each component plays a crucial role in crafting this luxurious dessert. With special techniques for the perfect raspberry swirl and a meticulously baked crust, this recipe promises a cheesecake that’s not only delicious but visually stunning.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cooking Time
55 minutes
Servings
This recipe serves 12.
Ingredients
- White Chocolate Chips: 1 cup (175g)
- Fresh Raspberries: 1 cup (123g)
- Full-Fat Cream Cheese: 4 cups (900g)
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup (56g)
- Oreo Cookie Crumbs: 1 1/2 cups (150g)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp (5ml)
- Half-and-Half: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Seedless Raspberry Sauce (for swirl): 1/2 cup (120ml)
Method
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- For the crust, mix 1 1/2 cups of Oreo cookie crumbs, 1/4 cup melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool.
- Melt white chocolate chips with half-and-half in a double boiler until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Blend cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Fold in the melted white chocolate.
- Pour half the cheesecake filling over the crust. Spoon half the raspberry sauce over the filling. Swirl with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining filling and sauce.
- Bake in a water bath for 45 minutes or until set with a slightly wobbly center. Turn off the oven, open the door slightly, and allow the cheesecake to cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
This White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake recipe yields a dessert that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. The creamy white chocolate, paired with the tartness of the raspberries and the crunch of the Oreo crust, creates a symphony of flavors and textures that make this cheesecake a show-stopping finale to any meal. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to indulge in something truly special.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Sugar: 32g
- Protein: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Cholesterol: 115mg