Description
A deliciously creamy strawberry cheesecake combining rich cream cheese and sweet strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 16 oz. softened cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- Strawberry sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
- Fold in diced strawberries.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes.
- Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with fresh strawberries or strawberry sauce.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother mix. Chilling the cheesecake thoroughly is crucial for proper setting.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake recipe, creamy cheesecake
