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Christmas Cheesecake

Decadent Christmas Cheesecake with Cranberry Jam Delight

This Christmas Cheesecake combines creamy richness and tart cranberry jam, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Can substitute with gluten-free graham crackers
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter (Melted) Melt completely for even mixing
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
Cranberry Jam
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Canned whole berry cranberry sauce can be used as a substitute
  • 0.5 cups Orange Juice Substitute with lemon juice for a different flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese (Softened) Use full-fat for best results
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust based on personal taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 3 large Eggs Mix until just combined
  • 0.5 cups Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lower-fat substitute
  • 0.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as an alternative
White Chocolate Mousse Topping
  • 1 cups Heavy Cream Whipping cream can be used, but heavy cream is ideal
  • 8 ounces White Chocolate (Melted) Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • whisk

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and gather a greased springform pan.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until resembling damp sand.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
Cranberry Jam Preparation
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and orange zest.
  2. Cook while stirring for about 10-12 minutes until cranberries burst and jam thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Cheesecake Filling Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add vanilla extract and eggs, mixing one at a time.
  3. Gently fold in sour cream and flour, ensuring not to overmix.
  4. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
Jam Swirling
  1. Dollop cooled cranberry jam on top of the cheesecake filling.
  2. Gently swirl the jam into the filling using a knife.
Baking
  1. Prepare a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger dish filled with hot water.
  2. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until set with a jiggle in the center.
  3. Turn off oven, leave the cheesecake inside with door cracked for one hour.
Chilling
  1. Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Mousse Topping Preparation
  1. Melt white chocolate with a splash of heavy cream.
  2. Cool slightly, then fold into whipped heavy cream.
  3. Spread mousse over the chilled cheesecake.
Garnishing
  1. Top the cheesecake with sugared cranberries and white chocolate shavings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to cool the cheesecake gradually to prevent cracking and refrigerate overnight for best results.

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