Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, blending after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream and strawberry puree until combined.
- Pour filling into the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for best flavor.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating.
- Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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