LEMONY WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE

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Although it takes some time to prepare this eye-catching cheesecake, the combination of tangy lemon and rich white chocolate is hard to beat. It's always a hit! -Marlene Schollenberger, Bloomington, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
10 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature
Optional: White baking chocolate curls and lemon zest strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place a 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan; set aside. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and zest; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of prepared pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in white chocolate, flour, cream, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. , Place pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake 65-85 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. , Remove pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour . Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Garnish with white chocolate and lemon zest strips if desired. Freeze option: Wrap individual portions of cheesecake in plastic wrap and place in a resealable plastic freezer bag. Seal bag and freeze for future use. To use, thaw completely in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637 calories, Fat 45g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Dennis Myren
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I'm allergic to white chocolate. Is there anything I can substitute it with?


RTX Bap
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This cheesecake sounds way too sweet for me. I prefer desserts that are more tart.


Siam Hossen
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I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but this cheesecake sounds really good. I might have to give it a try.


Zeeshan Akbar
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This cheesecake looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


MR Moeen
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I'm definitely going to be making this cheesecake again. It's a new favorite!


Twahebwa Safurah
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This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. It's a great dessert for parties, potlucks, or just a special treat at home.


MH jihad
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The white chocolate ganache on top is the perfect finishing touch. It adds a touch of richness and decadence.


Balogun Blessing
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The filling is so creamy and smooth. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet.


Blond Rat
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The crust on this cheesecake is amazing. It's the perfect combination of graham cracker and butter.


Gino Galindo
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests.


Raja Aqib Aqib
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I love the combination of lemon and white chocolate in this cheesecake. It's a unique and delicious flavor combination.


Sami Dlamini
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This cheesecake is so creamy and delicious. The lemon flavor is refreshing and not too tart, and the white chocolate adds a touch of sweetness.


Asif Lund
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I've made this cheesecake twice now, and it's become my go-to dessert for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kumar priyadharshini
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This cheesecake was a huge hit at my last dinner party. The lemon and white chocolate flavors paired really well together, and the crust was the perfect balance of crumbly and chewy.


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