Elegant Raspberry White Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/3 cup butter, melted.
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1/4 cup sugar.
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs.
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3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened.
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1 cup sugar.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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3 large eggs.
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1/2 cup sour cream.
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1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted.
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1/2 cup raspberry preserves.
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1 cup white chocolate chips, melted (for top layer).
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Few drops of red food coloring (optional).
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Fresh raspberries and white chocolate curls for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
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In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the base of a 9-inch springform pan.
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In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently, and then fold in the sour cream.
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Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust, drizzle half of the melted white chocolate and raspberry preserves, and swirl with a knife.
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Repeat with the remaining cream cheese mixture, white chocolate, and raspberry preserves. Add red food coloring if desired.
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Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing the springform rim.
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Once the cheesecake has cooled, pour the remaining 1 cup of melted white chocolate over the top for an even layer.
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Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Garnish with fresh raspberries and white chocolate curls before serving.