Description
A timeless dessert combining creamy cheesecake with sweet and tangy strawberries, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl until fully coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add 1 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add 2 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until the center is set but jiggles slightly.
- Cool at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Mix the hulled strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Pour the strawberry mixture over the cooled cheesecake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for the best results and consider baking in a water bath for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, strawberries, baking, easy recipe