Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake
A rich and creamy raspberry white chocolate cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, swirls of raspberry puree, and a luscious white chocolate-infused filling. Perfect for special occasions or indulgent desserts.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for raspberry sauce)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 8 oz white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with aluminum foil to prevent leaks.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine raspberries and 2 tablespoons sugar. Cook until raspberries break down, then add cornstarch slurry and stir until thickened. Strain to remove seeds and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, beating until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in melted white chocolate and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour half the cheesecake batter over the crust. Drizzle half the raspberry sauce over batter. Repeat with remaining batter and raspberry sauce. Use a knife to swirl.
- Bake in a water bath for 55–65 minutes, or until center is almost set. Turn off oven and let cheesecake sit for 1 hour with the door ajar.
- Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh raspberries and white chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for best flavor.
- Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Cheesecake can be made a day in advance for better flavor and texture.
- Raspberry sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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