STRAWBERRIES AND CHAMPAGNE CHEESECAKE

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I bake from scratch because I believe that love-and sweetened condensed milk-are the best ingredients. -Kathryn Work, Louisville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup champagne or other sparkling wine
2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 14 whole crackers)
2 cups sugar, divided
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 large egg yolks
TOPPING:
20 fresh strawberries, hulled
1/3 cup milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening, divided
1/3 cup white baking chips
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place champagne in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup, about 8 minutes. Set aside to cool., In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside. Arrange sliced strawberries over the bottom., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Beat in the sweetened condensed milk, cornstarch and reduced champagne. Add eggs and egg yolks; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over strawberries. Place pan on a baking sheet. , Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until center is almost 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., Remove sides of springform pan. For topping, wash strawberries and gently pat with paper towels until completely dry. Slice and arrange over cheesecake. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and 1/2 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over strawberries. Repeat melting and drizzling with white baking chips and remaining shortening., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Serve cheesecake with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684 calories, Fat 42g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 185mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Fatula Jon
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This cheesecake is amazing! The crust is perfect and the filling is creamy and delicious. The strawberries and champagne add a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.


Khizar Again
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I love this cheesecake! The strawberries and champagne give it a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


ismail hossen hridoy
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! The crust is a little crumbly, but the filling is creamy and the strawberries and champagne add a nice flavor.


Naima Abrar
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out great! The crust was perfect and the filling was creamy and delicious. The strawberries and champagne added a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.


S T Saidy
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This cheesecake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The crust was a little crumbly, but the filling was creamy and the strawberries and champagne added a nice flavor.


Me jihat
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of strawberries and champagne. The cheesecake was also very easy to make.


Jocelyn Villalobos
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This cheesecake is amazing! The crust is perfect and the filling is creamy and delicious. The strawberries and champagne add a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.


Tina Reeve
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I love this cheesecake! The strawberries and champagne give it a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Gloria Nzoma
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! The crust is a little crumbly, but the filling is creamy and the strawberries and champagne add a nice flavor.


Ara's Valley
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! The crust is the perfect combination of crunchy and buttery, and the filling is smooth and creamy. The strawberries and champagne add a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.


Majidkhan Khan
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! The combination of strawberries and champagne is perfect, and the cheesecake itself is creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.