Prepare to indulge in a culinary delight that harmonizes the tangy zest of key limes with the luscious richness of white chocolate, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a journey to create a masterpiece – a white chocolate key lime cheesecake that embodies a perfect balance of sweet and sour, creamy and tangy. With each bite, let the velvety texture of the cheesecake melt in your mouth, complemented by the burst of citrusy freshness from the key limes. Dive into the world of delectable desserts, unraveling the secrets to crafting an extraordinary white chocolate key lime cheesecake, leaving your loved ones craving for more.
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WHITE CHOCOLATE KEY LIME CHEESECAKE
This is a recipe I made myself because I love the tartness of lime mixed with white chocolate. Also, I love cheesecake!
Provided by Angela
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes Chocolate Cheesecake Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to blend into the cream cheese mixture before adding the next.
- Mix white chocolate chips, cream, lime juice, and lime zest together in a stainless steel bowl. Place bowl over a pot of boiling water.
- Stir chocolate chips mixture until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes; pour into the cream cheese mixture and stir to combine. Pour the mixture over the graham cracker crumbs in the prepared springform pan.
- Bake in preheated oven the cake's center is set, about 75 minutes. Cool at room temperature for 15 minutes before refrigerating to chill completely, at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 41.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 25.2 g, Sodium 283.7 mg, Sugar 33.4 g
WHITE CHOCOLATE-KEY LIME CHEESECAKE SQUARES
Enjoy these baked cheesecake squares made using white chocolate - a wonderful dessert with citrusy twist.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 4h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Lightly grease 8-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray.
- In medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and the brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add 1 teaspoon of the vanilla; beat until blended. On low speed, beat in flour until blended. Press dough into pan. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on cooling rack.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add whole egg, 1 teaspoon of the lime peel and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla; beat well. Add melted white chocolate; beat until combined. Cover; refrigerate.
- In 2-quart saucepan, mix egg yolks, granulated sugar and cornstarch; gradually stir in water and lime juice. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from heat; stir in 2 tablespoons butter and remaining 2 teaspoons lime peel. Cool 10 minutes.
- Spread cream cheese filling over baked crust. Pour lime curd over filling.
- Bake 40 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool completely on cooling rack. Chill 2 hours. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Garnish with lime slices. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 122 mg
WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE KEY LIME CHEESECAKE
This is a must at every family holiday dinner....
Provided by Cheryl Kaelin
Categories Cakes
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Crust Mix together the cracker, sugar, and butter. Press the mixture into bottom and 1-inche up the sides of a 10-inch spring form pan. Set aside
- 2. Filling In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the lime juice. Whisk in the gelatin and 1/2 cup of the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Remove the pan from the hear. Add 10 ounces of chopped white chocolate, stir until smooth. Allow to cool.
- 3. Using a electric mixer, blend together the cream chess, sugar and lime zest in a medium bowl until smooth. Slowly beat into the cooled white chocolate mixture into cream cheese mixture.
- 4. Using clean, dry beaters, beat the reaming 2-cups heavy cram in a small bowl until it forms soft peaks. Fold it into the white chocolate mixture and pout into the pie crust. Cover and freeze overnight.
- 5. Remove from freezer and run a sharp knife around inside of springform pan to help loosen the pie. Release springform from the bottom of the pan and transfer the pie to serving plate. Grate or curl the white chocolate over the top and garnished with candied limes. Cut into wedges with a knife that has been dipped into hot water and serve.
- 6. Candied Limes Bring a medium-sized saucepan of water to boil over medium heat. Add the lime glance for a couple of minuets. Set aside Put the limes in another medium saucepan and cover with equal parts of sugar and water. Simmer, covered over low heat for 1 hour. Remove the limes and drain until almost dry. Roll into sugar and set aside to dry.
- 7. You can also garnished with fresh limes, squeezing the lime over the sliced cheesecake give it a little zing...
Tips:
- To achieve an extra-smooth cheesecake filling, ensure the cream cheese is completely softened before mixing. This will help eliminate lumps and create a velvety texture.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cheesecake. Mix only until the ingredients are well combined.
- To prevent the cheesecake from cracking, place a pan of water on the oven rack below the cheesecake. The steam created will help prevent the top of the cheesecake from drying out and cracking.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the cheesecake from overcooking.
- Chill the cheesecake thoroughly before serving. This will allow the cheesecake to set properly and develop its full flavor.
Conclusion:
This white chocolate key lime cheesecake is a delightful combination of tart and sweet. The creamy cheesecake filling is perfectly complemented by the tangy key lime curd and the sweet white chocolate ganache. This cheesecake is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.
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