🍓 Ingredients (Serves 10–12)
Crust:
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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¼ cup sugar
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6 tbsp butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
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3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup white chocolate chips (melted and slightly cooled)
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½ cup sour cream
Strawberry Topping:
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2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
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¼ cup sugar
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2 tsp cornstarch
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¼ cup water
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1 tsp lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the crust
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
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Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
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Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool while preparing filling.
2. Prepare the cheesecake filling
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating just until combined.
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Mix in vanilla and sour cream.
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Stir in the melted white chocolate (make sure it’s not too hot so it doesn’t seize).
3. Bake the cheesecake
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Pour the filling over the crust.
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Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 55–65 minutes, until center is mostly set but slightly jiggly.
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Turn off oven, crack the door open, and let cheesecake cool in oven for 1 hour (prevents cracking).
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Then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Make the strawberry topping
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In a small saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice.
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Cook over medium heat until thickened and clear.
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Add strawberries and simmer for 3–4 minutes until softened and glossy.
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Let cool completely before spooning over chilled cheesecake.
5. Serve
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Spread strawberry topping over cheesecake just before serving.
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Garnish with white chocolate curls or melted drizzle for a bakery-style finish.
💡 Tips
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For easier slicing, run your knife under hot water and wipe clean between cuts.
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Use high-quality white chocolate — it makes a big difference in flavor.
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You can swirl some strawberry puree into the batter before baking for a marbled look.
Would you like me to give you a no-bake version of this White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake (perfect for warmer weather)?
