Description
Red Velvet White Chocolate Cheesecake blends luxurious Southern dessert traditions with creamy New York-style indulgence. Rich chocolate layers and tangy cream cheese create a perfect balance of flavors for ultimate dessert enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 packages (8 oz/225 g each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 8 oz (225 g) white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups (150 g) red velvet cake crumbs
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- Whipped cream
- Red velvet crumbs or sprinkles
- Shaved white chocolate
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 325F (160C) with the rack centered, ensuring uniform heat circulation. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides with butter or cooking spray.
- Crust Formation: Blend red velvet cake crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles moist, fine sand. Firmly press the crumb mixture into the pan’s bottom, creating a uniform, compact base layer. Bake the crust for 10 minutes until it sets and develops a subtle golden tone.
- Cooling Phase: Remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature, creating a stable foundation for the cheesecake filling.
- Filling Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually incorporate sugar, ensuring no lumps remain. Gently fold in white chocolate, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until the ingredients are fully integrated and the texture is silky.
- Assembly and Baking: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Place the springform pan in a water bath to prevent cracking and promote even baking. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
- Chilling and Serving: Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour. Remove and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. Garnish with white chocolate shavings or fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Optimize Oven Placement: Center the rack precisely for uniform heat circulation, preventing uneven baking and potential hot spots that could compromise the cheesecake’s texture.
- Prevent Crust Crumbling: Press cake crumbs firmly and evenly, ensuring a compact base that holds together when slicing and doesn’t fall apart during serving.
- Control Moisture Balance: Allow crust to cool completely before adding filling, preventing soggy bottom and maintaining a crisp, clean texture that supports the creamy cheesecake layer.
- Master Crumb Consistency: Mix cake crumbs with melted butter until they resemble damp sand, creating a binding effect that helps the crust hold its shape without becoming too dense or dry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 432
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg