PHILADELPHIA White Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake

Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece, where it was served to athletes during the first Olympic Games held in 776 BC.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 330 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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PHILADELPHIA White Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 5 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• ¹⁄₃ cup Butter, melted
• 2 package Cream cheese, softened
• ³⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup White chocolate, melted and cooled
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Peppermint extract
• ¹⁄₄ cup Crushed candy canes
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition. Stir in melted white chocolate and peppermint extract.
3. Pour the mixture over the crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
4. Run a knife around the rim of the pan to loosen the cheesecake. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Before serving, remove the sides of the springform pan. Garnish with crushed candy canes and whipped cream.
6. Enjoy your PHILADELPHIA White Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28g44%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 35g

Protein 7g15%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.