Description

This Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert Delight blends rich cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and a buttery graham cracker crust into a treat that’s both elegant and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
1/4 cup strawberry jam (for glaze)
Fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then press into the base of a greased 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add vanilla extract and blend again.
Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing on low just until combined. Stir in sour cream and pureed strawberries until mixture is smooth.
Pour filling over crust and smooth out the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes until center is set with a gentle wobble.
Let cheesecake cool in the pan for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
When ready to serve, warm the strawberry jam slightly and drizzle over the cheesecake. Top with fresh strawberries.

Notes

Bring all ingredients to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth batter. Swap in Greek yogurt for sour cream or use a nut-based crust for a healthier spin. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: cheesecake, strawberry, dessert, creamy, baked cake