Description
A delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake with a sweet strawberry swirl, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries (chopped)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla until combined. Pour over cooled crust.
- In a small saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until strawberries break down. Add cornstarch mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened. Cool completely.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cooled strawberry sauce over the cheesecake filling. Swirl gently using a toothpick or knife.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let cool inside with the door ajar for 30 minutes.
- Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh strawberries or leftover strawberry sauce.
Notes
Make ahead of time for better flavor. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheesecake, strawberry, dessert, baking, sweet treat
