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Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake

Experience the rich and velvety delight of creamy strawberry cheesecake, a perfect dessert to celebrate warm spring days with fresh strawberries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling Ingredients
  • 16 ounces 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Ensure at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced For topping.

Method
 

Preparation of Crust
  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.
Preparation of 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.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  2. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Before serving, top with sliced strawberries.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Wrap tightly for freezing individual slices to last up to three months. Consider adding a layer of chocolate ganache or berry compote for variations.