Dreamy Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
Indulge in a creamy cheesecake infused with fresh strawberries, layered on a buttery graham cracker crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 330 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup strawberry puree
- Whipped cream for topping
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in sour cream, chopped strawberries, and strawberry puree.
- Pour the batter over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool.
- Allow cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
Store any leftover cheesecake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg