Description
A delicious dessert combining creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, until set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with sliced strawberries and strawberry sauce before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for best flavor.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for improved texture.
- Serve with whipped cream for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake, strawberries