Five words that belong together – White Chocolate Cherry Mousse Cheesecake. When these combine you know its going to be amazing. I first had White Chocolate Cherry Mousse Cheesecake at a friends house whose mum was an amazing cook. That was 40 years ago and I can still remember how it tasted. This only takes 15 minutes from start to finish and can be used as a dessert or a snack. It has been known for me to have a slice as dessert and then have a snack a bit later. The addition of cherries is a superb idea but you can adjust it for other seasonal fruits.
As an experienced cook with a real weakness for sweet treats, I believe some desserts are simply too good to resist. White Chocolate Cherry Mousse Cheesecake is certainly one of them. It brings together creamy chocolate, fruity cherries and a delicious cheesecake base to create a dessert that feels special from the very first bite.
What I particularly love about this cheesecake is the balance of flavours. White chocolate brings a gentle sweetness and a lovely creamy texture. Meanwhile, the cherries add a fruity sharpness that stops the dessert from becoming too rich. Together, these ingredients create a wonderful combination that appeals to anyone who enjoys a little indulgence.
The mousse layer is another reason this dessert stands out. Rather than being heavy and dense, it offers a light, smooth texture that melts beautifully in the mouth. In contrast, the cheesecake base provides a firmer bite and a pleasant crunch, depending on how it is prepared. Every layer brings something different, making each mouthful a delight.
Presentation also plays an important part when serving this dessert. The pale white chocolate mousse looks beautiful against the deep red colour of the cherries. For an extra touch, I like the idea of adding a few fresh cherries and delicate curls of white chocolate on top. A little dusting of chocolate can also make the finished cheesecake look irresistible.
Although this cheesecake looks impressive, it is an excellent choice for home cooks who enjoy preparing desserts ahead of time. Chilling allows the layers to set properly and gives the flavours an opportunity to develop. Therefore, it works particularly well for dinner parties, family celebrations and festive occasions.
I would serve a generous slice after a special meal, perhaps with a few extra cherries on the side. However, a small portion is equally satisfying when enjoyed with a cup of coffee in the afternoon.
Afterall, the best desserts combine familiar flavours with a little elegance. This White Chocolate Cherry Mousse Cheesecake does exactly that, offering a creamy, fruity and wonderfully indulgent finish to any occasion.
White Chocolate Cherry Mousse Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 9 oz White chocolate
- 3 ts gelatine powder
- 1 qt whipping cream
- 8 oz sugar
- 2 lb cream cheese
- 4 oz caramel cookies crumbled
- 4 oz shortbread cookies crumbled
- 4 oz praline cookies crumbled
- 6 oz cherries sun dried
- 1 oz butter melted
Instructions
- Melt chocolate.9 oz White chocolate
- Dissolve gelatin with 1 ounce of water.3 ts gelatine powder
- Place cream cheese and sugar in mixing bowl. Use medium speed for about 10 minutes.2 lb cream cheese, 8 oz sugar
- When mixture is soft and creamy add melted white chocolate and gelatin. Mix for two minutes.
- Add whipped cream and sundried cherries.1 qt whipping cream, 6 oz cherries
- To assemble: Grease a 10-inch mold with butter and cover sides with the Shortbread crumbles.4 oz shortbread cookies, 1 oz butter
- Pour Caramel cookie crumbles on bottom, then pour the cheesecake mixture over the first layer of cookies.4 oz caramel cookies
- On top of that pour the Praline cookie mixture.4 oz praline cookies
- Alternate the cheese and cookie layers.