Description
Creamy New York Cheesecake Fudge merges classic dessert flavors into an irresistible sweet treat. Rich chocolate and tangy cream cheese create a luxurious confection perfect for indulgent moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 12 oz (340g) white chocolate, melted
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (50g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuit crumbs)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Crushed graham crackers (optional)
- Chocolate drizzle (optional)
- Fruit preserves (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess to hang over edges for easy removal.
- Cream Cheese Base: Whip cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, creating a velvety foundation for the fudge.
- Sugar Fusion: Incorporate powdered sugar gradually, blending thoroughly with vanilla extract to create a uniform, lump-free mixture. Fold in melted white chocolate, stirring continuously to achieve a harmonious consistency.
- Layering Technique: Pour half the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs across the first layer, then gently cover with remaining fudge mixture, smoothing the surface to create a perfectly even top.
- Chilling Process: Refrigerate the fudge for 4-6 hours or until completely set and firm enough to slice cleanly.
- Finishing Touch: Remove fudge from pan using parchment paper overhang. Cut into precise squares and optionally garnish with additional graham cracker crumbs, chocolate drizzle, or a decorative topping of choice.
Notes
- Soften Cream Cheese Properly: Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture without overmixing.
- Control Chocolate Melting: Melt white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short 15-second intervals, stirring between each burst to prevent burning and maintain a silky consistency.
- Chill for Perfect Texture: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to achieve a firm, slice-friendly density that holds its shape beautifully.
- Customize Flavor Variations: Experiment with different mix-ins like crushed cookies, sprinkles, or drizzled dark chocolate to create unique flavor profiles and personalize the fudge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15
- Calories: 239
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 52mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 22mg