Description
A delightful cheesecake swirled with fresh strawberries, capturing the essence of family and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, puréed
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ¼ cup sugar (for crust)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar in a bowl. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup sugar, sour cream, and vanilla; mix until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Purée strawberries with ¼ cup sugar until smooth. Pour half the cheesecake mixture over the crust, drizzle with strawberry purée, then repeat. Swirl with a knife.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes until just set. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. Serve with fresh strawberries or whipped cream.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Bake in a water bath to prevent cracking if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, strawberries, dessert, family recipe, creamy dessert