Festive Christmas Cheesecake with Cranberry Jam & White Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the charm of the holidays with this delightful Festive Christmas Cheesecake. A velvety cream cheese filling meets a tart cranberry jam, all layered under a rich white chocolate mousse. This showstopper dessert is perfect for gatherings, evoking warmth and joy with each slice. Impress your family and friends with its beautiful presentation and harmonious flavors that celebrate the essence of the season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 10 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 oz white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the base of a springform pan.
- In a bowl, blend softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, then pour over crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Turn off oven and let cool inside for an hour.
- For cranberry jam: Cook cranberries with sugar and water over medium heat until thickened (10-15 minutes).
- Melt white chocolate chips and let cool slightly. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; fold in chocolate.
- Once cheesecake has cooled completely, spread cranberry jam on top, followed by white chocolate mousse. Chill for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg