Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake: 1 Blissful Bite
A decadent Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake featuring a rich, creamy filling and a vibrant strawberry topping. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (including cooling)
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- For the Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- For the Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar for the crust. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until creamy.
- Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating just until combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Transfer to the refrigerator to cool completely, ideally overnight.
- Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook until strawberries release juices. Stir in cornstarch mixture if a thicker topping is desired.
- Let the strawberry topping cool slightly.
- Remove the sides of the springform pan. Top the cheesecake with the strawberry mixture.
Notes
- For best results, chill the cheesecake overnight.
- Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Avoid overmixing the batter, especially after adding eggs, to prevent cracks.
- Consider adding a splash of almond extract or strawberry puree to the filling for extra flavor.
- Fresh strawberries yield the best flavor; frozen strawberries may add extra moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
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