Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this luscious Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake! A buttery graham cracker crust holds a rich, velvety cheesecake filling, topped with fresh strawberries for a burst of fruity sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Strawberry Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Pour over the crust.
- Bake: Bake for 55–65 minutes until set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the Strawberry Topping: Combine strawberries, jam, and lemon juice. Spoon over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
- For extra strawberry flavor, swirl some topping into the batter before baking.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
