Description
A creamy and bright strawberry cheesecake made with fresh berries and a crisp crust, perfect for parties or snacks.
Ingredients
- 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
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar (for strawberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Pour cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
- Once cooled, chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, mix sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Top the cheesecake with the sweetened strawberries and serve.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth mix. Chill the cake well before adding the strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American