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Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake

Indulge in this velvety smooth, creamy strawberry cheesecake that combines rich cream cheese with fresh strawberries, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
  • 16 ounces 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. Add the sour cream and lemon juice, and mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  6. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
  7. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
  8. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  9. Before serving, top with sliced strawberries.

Notes

It's best to serve your cheesecake chilled. Pairing with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream adds an extra indulgent touch. Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.