Description
A delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake with sweet, fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of the pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, then eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla and heavy cream, then pour over the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until set but still wobbly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Before serving, spread strawberry jam on top and arrange the sliced strawberries.
- Slice and enjoy chilled.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother batter. Don’t overmix the eggs to avoid cracks. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, strawberry, dessert, easy dessert, creamy cheesecake