WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE WITH CINNAMON AND LEMON

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Yield Makes 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Crust
1 cup whole almonds, toasted
3/4 cup ground crisp lemon-flavored cookies (about 2 1/2 ounces)
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Filling
3 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker's), chopped
2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup sour cream, room temperature
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
5 large eggs
Topping
4 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker's), chopped
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 teaspoons (packed) grated lemon peel
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
White chocolate curls

Steps:

  • For crust
  • Position rack in center or oven and preheat to 325°F. Wrap outside of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides with 2 layers of foil. Finely grind 1/2 cup almonds, cookies, sugar and lemon peel in processor. Add butter and 1/2 cup almonds. Process until nuts are chopped and moist clumps form. Press mixture onto bottom (not sides) of pan. Bake until crust is golden, about 20 minutes. Cook. Maintain oven temperature.
  • For filling
  • Stir white chocolate in top of double boiler set over simmering water until chocolate melts. Cool to lukewarm, stirring occasionally.
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl until smooth. Gradually beat in sour cream and juice, then melted chocolate, peel, vanilla and cinnamon. Beat in eggs 1 at a time.
  • Transfer filling to crust. Bake until edges of cheesecake puff and crack and center is just set, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove from oven. Run small knife around sides of cake to loosen. Remove foil. Chill cheesecake uncovered overnight.
  • For topping
  • Combine white chocolate and cream in top of double boiler set over simmering water. Stir until chocolate melts. Whisk in grated lemon peel. Cool to room temperature.
  • Release pan sides from cake. Transfer cake to platter. Pour topping over center of cake, spreading evenly and leaving 1/2-inch border around edge of cake. Garnish with sliced almonds and white chocolate curls. Chill until topping is cold. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)

Rakesh Munneeram
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's so rich and decadent, and the flavors are incredible.


kwasi Kwasi
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


rm jahid
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it always turns out perfect! It's my go-to dessert for special occasions.


Raja Ali
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This cheesecake was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Surjo Biswas
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but this cheesecake just didn't turn out well. It was bland and flavorless.


Joeanna Rodney
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This cheesecake was a complete disaster! The crust was burnt and the filling was curdled. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Crystal Tracy
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The cheesecake didn't set properly and was still runny in the center. I'm not sure what went wrong.


sylvia wambua
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This cheesecake was a bit too dense for my liking. I prefer a lighter and fluffier cheesecake.


Muwanguzi Emmanuel
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I found the crust to be a bit too thick, but the filling was delicious. I would probably make a thinner crust next time.


SK REAN
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still good. I think next time I would use less sugar in the filling.


Cristalyn Ramos
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Wow! This cheesecake is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


PandaGaming
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This cheesecake is a must-try for any cheesecake lover! The white chocolate and cinnamon give it a unique flavor that is sure to impress. The lemon adds a refreshing touch that balances out the sweetness perfectly.


Shumon Hoque
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I was skeptical about the combination of white chocolate, cinnamon, and lemon, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors worked really well together and the cheesecake was incredibly rich and decadent.


Lasidu Umayanga
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This cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the subtle flavors of cinnamon and lemon. It was the perfect dessert to end a special meal.


Pradeep YT
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Followed the recipe to a T and it turned out beautifully! The cheesecake was creamy, smooth, and had just the right amount of sweetness. The cinnamon and lemon added a unique and delicious twist.


Sajida Hafeez
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Absolutely divine! The combination of white chocolate, cinnamon, and lemon is a match made in heaven. The cheesecake was perfectly balanced, not too sweet and not too tart. My family and friends raved about it.


Rose
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This white chocolate cheesecake with cinnamon and lemon was a delightful treat! The flavors blended perfectly, creating a smooth and creamy texture that melted in my mouth. I especially loved the hint of lemon, which added a refreshing touch to the r