White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

Ingredients

  • 200g (about 7 oz) graham crackers or digestive biscuits, crushed
  • 100g (7 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
  • 500g (about 2 cups) cream cheese, softened
  • 200g (7 oz) good-quality white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
  • 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
  • 200ml (3/4 cup) heavy cream, whipped
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 250g (about 1 1/2 cups) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • Optional: extra white chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust:
    • In a bowl, mix the crushed biscuits with the melted butter until fully combined.
    • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan (about 8 or 9 inches).
    • Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to set.
  2. Make the filling:
    • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
    • Add the melted white chocolate and vanilla extract, and mix well.
    • Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream until fully incorporated.
  3. Assemble the cheesecake:
    • Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
    • Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the cheesecake.
    • Garnish with white chocolate shavings if desired.
  4. Chill and serve:
    • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
    • Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, slice, and enjoy!

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