Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparing Cheesecakes
- Start by crushing two packages of Walkers Shortbread Gingerbread Men into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbs with ½ cup of melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Evenly distribute the mixture among serving glasses or a springform pan, pressing down gently to form a firm base. Set aside while you move on to the next steps.
- In a double boiler, gently melt 8 ounces of high-quality white chocolate over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to ensure even melting and to prevent seizing. Once melted, remove the bowl from the heat and let the white chocolate cool slightly.
- In a stand mixer, blend two packages of softened cream cheese, 1½ cups of powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, the zest of one orange, and 1 tablespoon of orange juice on medium speed. Mix until smooth and creamy, then gradually add the cooled white chocolate, continuing to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip 2 cups of heavy cream to stiff peaks using an electric mixer. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture in two parts, maintaining as much volume as possible.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2½ cups of mixed berries, ¼ cup of red wine or cranberry juice, 2 tablespoons of sugar, a pinch of salt, and chosen warm spices—½ teaspoon of cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon each of cardamom, nutmeg, and ginger. Heat over medium-low for about 5-10 minutes until berries soften. Cool before adding to cheesecakes.
- Evenly layer the cheesecake filling over the cookie base in your serving glasses or springform pan. Smooth the tops, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, remove the cheesecakes from the refrigerator. Spoon the cooled mulled wine fruit mixture over the tops, then consider garnishing with sugared cranberries and sprigs of thyme or rosemary.
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Notes
These No-Bake White Chocolate Cheesecakes can be prepared a week in advance for the fruit topping, making them perfect for hassle-free holiday entertaining.
