Strawberry cheesecake: A heavenly dessert delight!
A delicious and creamy strawberry cheesecake that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, sliced for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the pureed strawberries until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with sliced strawberries before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg