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Strawberry Cheesecake

A luscious and creamy dessert featuring a buttery gra cracker crust topped with vibrant strawberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups gra cracker cbs
  • 0.33 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Make sure it's melted but not hot.
For the filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Let it sit at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cups sour cream
For the topping
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced Choose ripe but firm strawberries.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.

Method
 

Preparation of the crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gra cracker cbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  3. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust layer.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let cool.
Preparation of the filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to mix until well blended.
  3. Add in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and sour cream. Mix until creamy and smooth.
Combining ingredients
  1. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled gra cracker crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Place the springform pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
Cooling
  1. Once baked, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for about an hour.
  2. Then remove it and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preparing the topping
  1. In a small bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Mix gently and set aside for about 15 minutes to release their juices.
Serving
  1. Once the cheesecake is chilled, slice and top with the fresh strawberries. Enjoy your delightful creation!

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Allow the cheesecake to set overnight for enhanced flavor.