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Strawberry Cheesecake

Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake That Steals the Show

A delightful strawberry cheesecake that combines rich cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and a buttery crust, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Provides a buttery, crunchy base
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the crust
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Binds the crust together
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for the best results
  • 0.5 cups Sour Cream Adds tang and richness
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Adds flavor and texture
For the Topping
  • 1 cups Heavy Whipping Cream For a light, fluffy topping
  • 0.25 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the whipped cream topping

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar, then add melted unsalted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for about 10 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. Beat cream cheese until creamy, then gradually add sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs, mixing gently.
Add Strawberries
  1. Gently fold in chopped strawberries and strawberry puree until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 60-70 minutes, until the edges are set.
Cooling
  1. Turn off the oven and crack the door to cool for about an hour. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Topping Preparation
  1. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over the cheesecake and garnish with sliced strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow cream cheese and eggs to reach room temperature for best results and avoid overmixing to prevent cracks in your cheesecake.

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