CONTEST-WINNING WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE

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This is my all-time favorite white chocolate cheesecake recipe! A friend gave it to me years ago and I've made so many of these delicious cakes over the years-even had them requested as birthday cakes. They always bring me compliments. -Janet Gill, Taneytown, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

7 whole cinnamon graham crackers, crushed
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
8 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled
STRAWBERRY SAUCE:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
Red food coloring, optional
Melted white chocolate

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour and vanilla until well blended. Add eggs and yolks; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in white chocolate. Pour over crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until center is just set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. , For sauce, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Add strawberries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in a few drops of food coloring if desired. Cool. , Spread strawberry sauce over top of cheesecake; drizzle with melted white chocolate. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 41g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 205mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Hamza Dayyabu
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This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Osadolor Gift
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I love that this cheesecake can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy people who don't have a lot of time to bake.


Marleen Dekker
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This cheesecake is so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it. It's a great recipe for a first-time cheesecake maker.


Joshua Crumpton
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Deborah Nneka Nnaegbuna
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This cheesecake is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth the splurge. It's a special treat that you'll love.


Rajesh Ray
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the white chocolate flavor is amazing.


Suzan Bgold
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This cheesecake is so delicious, I could eat it every day.


Blessing Brume
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I've tried many white chocolate cheesecake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Pasqualina Conte
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I highly recommend this cheesecake recipe. It's easy to make, delicious, and sure to please everyone.


Bhekumuzi Black
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This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Taco
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I'm not usually a fan of white chocolate, but I really enjoyed this cheesecake. The white chocolate flavor was subtle and it didn't overpower the other flavors.


Khadijatu Illiasu
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This cheesecake is so creamy and smooth. It literally melts in your mouth.


Rhich Khin
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The white chocolate flavor in this cheesecake is amazing. It's not too sweet and it pairs perfectly with the tangy cream cheese.


Ayuba Wakilat
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I love that this cheesecake doesn't require any baking. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Priscilla Mbali Hleza
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cheesecake that is sure to impress your friends and family.


Tufil khan
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I was a bit skeptical about making a white chocolate cheesecake, but I'm so glad I did! It was absolutely delicious. The white chocolate flavor was rich and creamy, and the cheesecake was perfectly textured.


Kelly Shoemaker
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's creamy, delicious, and easy to make.


Zulqarnain Gondal
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.


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