Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
A delightful fusion of cheesecake and strawberry shortcake, featuring a creamy filling in a graham cracker crust topped with fresh strawberries.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs Provides a buttery, crunchy base.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Adds richness and binds the crust.
Cheesecake Filling
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened The star ingredient for richness and creaminess.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cheesecake.
- 1 cup sour cream Adds tanginess.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor profile.
- 3 large eggs Provides structure.
- 1/2 cup diced strawberries Infuses the cheesecake with fruity flavor.
Strawberry Topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced Used for the topping.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Helps macerate the strawberries.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Thickens the strawberry sauce.
- 1/4 cup water Combines for the topping.
- Whipped cream (for decoration) Adds a delightful finish.
- Fresh strawberries (for decoration) Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix well. Gradually beat in sour cream and vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in diced strawberries.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
- Bake the cheesecake for 60-70 minutes, or until the center is set and edges slightly browned.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake to cool inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before removing from the pan.
Strawberry Topping
- In a saucepan, mix sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Let cool before spreading on the cheesecake.
Serving
- Decorate with whipped cream and fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter. Cool the cheesecake gradually to prevent cracks. Can swap strawberries with other fruits. Double the recipe for larger gatherings.