🍓🍰 Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake A Dreamy, Creamy Delight! 🍰🍓
Indulge in this luxuriously smooth strawberry cheesecake, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety cream cheese filling infused with strawberry puree, and a fresh strawberry topping. Perfect for any occasion! 😍
📋 Ingredients
🍪 For the Crust
● 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
● ¼ cup butter, melted 🧈
● 2 tbsp granulated sugar 🍬
🧀 For the Cheesecake Filling
● 16 oz cream cheese, softened
● 1 cup granulated sugar
● 3 large eggs 🥚
● 1 cup sour cream
● ½ cup strawberry puree 🍓
● 1 tsp vanilla extract 🍋
● 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 🌾
🍓 For the Strawberry Topping
● 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
● 2 tbsp granulated sugar
📝 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep the Pan – Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2️⃣ Make the Crust – Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
3️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Filling – Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in sour cream, strawberry puree, vanilla, and flour until fully combined.
4️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake – Pour batter over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Let cool completely.
5️⃣ Prepare the Strawberry Topping – Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and chill in the fridge.
6️⃣ Assemble & Serve – Top the cooled cheesecake with the fresh strawberry topping before serving.
⏳ Prep Time: 20 min | ⏳ Total Time: 6 hrs (incl. chilling)
🍰 Servings: 10
💡 Pro Tip: Drizzle with strawberry sauce or white chocolate for an extra decadent finish! 🍫
