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Strawberry Cheesecake

Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake: Easy Recipe for Sweet Bliss

This Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Finely crushed; gluten-free options available.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla.
  • 3 Large Eggs Incorporate one at a time.
For the Strawberry Sauce
  • 2 cups Strawberries Fresh and ripe.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mix with water before adding.
  • 1/4 cup Water

Equipment

  • oven
  • Stand mixer
  • Springform Pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla, mixing on low. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
  4. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
  5. Transfer to refrigerator and chill for at least 4-6 hours or ideally overnight.
  6. Combine halved strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook until strawberries soften. Mix cornstarch with water and add to thicken.
  7. Run a knife around edges, remove springform edges, slice, and serve with strawberry sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Chill thoroughly for the best flavor and texture.

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