How to Make 3-Ingredient Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to dessert, cheesecake is a crowd-pleaser that never goes out of style. Its rich, creamy texture and delectable flavor make it a favorite for special occasions and everyday indulgence. However, traditional cheesecake recipes can be time-consuming and require a long list of ingredients. Luckily, there is a simpler way to enjoy this classic dessert with a 3-ingredient cheesecake recipe.

This easy-to-follow recipe requires just three basic ingredients: cream cheese, sweeten...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 ounce) bar white chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup cream cheese, softened
  • 3 eggs, separated

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch cheesecake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  • Place white chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove and allow to cool slightly. Mix in cream cheese and egg yolks.
  • Beat egg whites in a large glass, metal, or ceramic bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Fold in the cooled white chocolate mixture. Pour into the prepared springform pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Turn the oven off, leaving cheesecake inside for for a further 15 minutes.
  • Remove cheesecake from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature, about 1 hour. Chill before serving, about 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    151 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 79mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 80mg