Ingredients
– For the Crust:
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– For the Cheesecake Filling:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup white chocolate, chopped
– ¾ cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ cup sour cream
– ½ cup passion fruit puree (fresh or canned)
– For the Topping:
– ½ cup passion fruit puree
– Fresh passion fruit seeds (optional, for garnish)
– Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Creating Dreamy White Chocolate and Passion Fruit Cheesecake Bliss is as easy as following these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Prepare the Crust:
– In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
– Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
3. Bake the Crust:
– Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes.
– Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
4. Melt the White Chocolate:
– In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
5. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
– In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
– Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
– Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and melted white chocolate until fully combined.
– Gently fold in the passion fruit puree.
6. Pour the Filling:
– Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake the Cheesecake:
– Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
8. Cool:
– Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
– Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
9. Chill:
– Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
10. Prepare the Topping:
– When ready to serve, pour the passion fruit puree over the top of the chilled cheesecake.
11. Garnish (Optional):
– Sprinkle fresh passion fruit seeds over the top for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 5g