Description
This Lemony White Chocolate Cheesecake blends creamy white chocolate with bright lemon zest and juice for a rich yet refreshing dessert. With a buttery graham cracker crust and silky smooth filling, it is an elegant centerpiece for any special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 200 g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g) for crust
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (115 g)
- 8 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped (225 g)
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened (680 g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g) for filling
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream (120 ml)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (60 ml)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
- Melt white chocolate over gently simmering water until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup sugar and mix until incorporated.
- Mix in cornstarch. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined.
- Blend in sour cream, heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Fold in melted white chocolate until smooth.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
- Place the springform pan in a larger pan and fill the outer pan with hot water halfway up the sides to create a water bath.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off oven, crack the door, and cool inside for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate bars for best flavor and smooth texture.
- Cooling gradually helps prevent cracks.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months and thaw overnight.
- For clean slices, dip a knife in hot water and wipe between cuts.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
