Description
Indulge in a creamy, dreamy Strawberry Cheesecake! This classic dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious cheesecake filling, and a vibrant strawberry topping. Perfect for any celebration or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- For the Filling:
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- For the Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the vanilla extract. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Make the Strawberry Topping: While the cheesecake is baking, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water. Add to the strawberry mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Let cool.
- Chill the Cheesecake: Let the cheesecake cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Serve: Top the cheesecake with the strawberry topping before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother cheesecake, make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature.
- To prevent cracking, avoid overbaking.
- You can use store-bought graham cracker crumbs for convenience.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
- Prep Time: PT30M
- Cook Time: PT1H
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 7g