
This White Chocolate Drizzled Strawberry Cheesecake blends decadence with style. The tasty graham base supports a velvety cheesecake layer, topped with sweet strawberry sauce and fancy white chocolate drizzles. It's a stunning treat for any celebration that tastes as good as it looks.
INGREDIENTS- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 ½ cups, for the base
- Granulated sugar: ¼ cup, to make the crust sweet
- Unsalted butter: ½ cup, melted, to hold the crust together
- Cream cheese: 3 (8 oz) packages, softened, for the main filling
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup, to sweeten the cheesecake mix
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for extra taste
- Eggs: 3 large, to firm up the filling
- Sour cream: 1 cup, for extra smoothness
- All-purpose flour: ¼ cup, to keep filling stable
- Fresh or frozen strawberries: 2 cups, for topping
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup, to make the topping sweet
- Lemon juice: 1 tbsp, for a zingy kick
- White chocolate chips: ¼ cup, for the topping design
- Heavy cream: 2 tbsp, to thin the chocolate
- Step 10:
- Slice and serve after drizzling white chocolate over the strawberry sauce in a fun pattern.
- Step 9:
- Mix white chocolate chips with heavy cream and melt in microwave using 20-second bursts until smooth. Let cool a bit.
- Step 8:
- Mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a pot and cook on medium for 10-12 minutes till thick. Cool it down completely.
- Step 7:
- After baking, shut off the oven, open the door slightly, and let cake cool for an hour. Then put in fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Step 6:
- Add filling over the cooled crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until middle wobbles just a bit.
- Step 5:
- Mix in vanilla and add eggs one by one, beating well each time. Then stir in sour cream and flour until it's all smooth.
- Step 4:
- Beat the soft cream cheese with sugar in a big bowl until creamy for about 3 minutes.
- Step 3:
- Put the crust in the oven for 10 minutes, then take it out to cool.
- Step 2:
- Stir graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter together and push into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Step 1:
- Get your oven hot at 325°F (163°C).
- Use a warm knife for prettier slices and clean it between cuts.
- Keep leftover cake in the fridge in a sealed container up to 5 days.
- Serve at room temp for better flavor.
- Always go for full-fat cream cheese for the best texture.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Carter thinks you should strain your strawberry mix for a silkier finish.
- Chef Bloom says try baking in a water bath to stop cracks from forming.
This White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake mixes old-school taste with new-school looks. The smooth filling, fruity top, and sweet drizzles make everyone want seconds of this gorgeous dessert.
FAQsCan I make this cheesecake ahead of time?
Yeah, actually it's better when you make it a day early so all the flavors can mix together.
What if I don't have fresh strawberries?
Frozen ones work fine too. Just thaw them and drain the extra water first.
Can I substitute white chocolate chips?
Sure, white chocolate baking bars work just as well if that's what you've got.
How do I avoid cracks in my cheesecake?
Try putting your pan in a water bath while baking and don't mix the batter too much.
