Christmas Cheesecake with Cranberry Jam and White Chocolate Mousse: A Delightful Holiday Treat!
A festive and delicious cheesecake topped with tart cranberry jam and creamy white chocolate mousse, perfect for holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces white chocolate, melted
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes.
- Let the cheesecake cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Whip the heavy cream and fold in the melted white chocolate until combined.
- Spread the white chocolate mousse over the chilled cheesecake.
- Top with cranberry sauce before serving.
Notes
- For a firmer cheesecake, bake longer and let it cool completely in the oven.
- Use homemade or store-bought cranberry sauce for convenience.
- Decorate with fresh cranberries and mint leaves for a festive touch.