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Slice of strawberry cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries and mint on a white plate

Strawberry Cheesecake

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 85 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This rich and creamy strawberry cheesecake is the perfect summer dessert, combining fresh seasonal berries with a silky smooth cream cheese filling and a golden graham cracker crust. Inspired by childhood memories and perfected with professional technique, it’s a show-stopping centerpiece that’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup sour cream
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  5. Add vanilla and then the eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
  6. Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until just combined.
  7. Pour into the crust.
  8. Wrap the springform pan in foil and place in a water bath.
  9. Bake for 55–65 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
  10. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let sit for 1 hour.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. For the topping, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
  13. Cook over medium heat until strawberries soften.
  14. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened.
  15. Cool completely. Spoon over the chilled cheesecake before serving.

Notes

Use a water bath to prevent cracking.

Do not overmix the batter.

Let the cheesecake chill overnight for best flavor and clean slices.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 1 slice
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 330mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 21g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: strawberry cheesecake recipe, summer dessert, baked cheesecake

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