This White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the festive spirit of the holiday season. With a creamy white chocolate filling and a hint of peppermint, it’s an ideal choice for Christmas desserts.
The recipe combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a rich cheesecake filling, making it a show-stopping treat for your holiday gatherings.
Festive White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake
This cheesecake features a smooth and creamy white chocolate filling infused with peppermint extract, all set atop a crunchy graham cracker crust. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and chill, serving 10-12 people.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Whipped cream for topping
- Crushed peppermint candies for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the melted white chocolate, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Finally, stir in the sour cream until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool and Chill: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour. Then, remove it from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for garnish.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 10-12 slices
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g