Description
Indulge in this Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe, a heavenly delight featuring a rich cream cheese filling, buttery graham cracker crust, and vibrant fresh strawberry topping. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make, this cheesecake will impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup strawberry puree
- Optional: Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, ensuring they are clean and ready for slicing and pureeing.
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until it resembles wet sand, then press it into a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 60 minutes or until the center is set. Once cooled, top with strawberry puree and sliced strawberries, then refrigerate.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For longer storage, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
- This cheesecake is best served chilled with whipped cream and fresh strawberries on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg