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Cranberry Jam White Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake Delight

Cranberry Jam White Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 packages 8 ounces each cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup white chocolate melted
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream whipped
  • 1 cup cranberry jam
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh cranberries for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
  • Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add the melted white chocolate, sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice; mix until combined.
  • In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until combined.
  • Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust, followed by half of the cranberry jam. Repeat with the remaining layers.
  • Bake the cheesecake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  • Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool for an hour.
  • Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Before serving, garnish with fresh cranberries and drizzle additional cranberry jam on top.